The artwork, titled “Untitled (White Hexagon),” was created by Mary Corse in 1964 and is associated with the Light and Space art movement. Executed in an abstract genre, this piece exemplifies the minimalist and perceptual experimentation typical of Corse’s oeuvre.
The artwork features a geometric composition, specifically a hexagon, rendered in white. The simplicity of the design, coupled with the use of light and space, aims to explore the nuances of perception and the interaction between the artwork and its environment. The subtle contours and clean lines invite viewers to engage with the piece from varying perspectives, revealing changes in perception with shifts in light and viewing angles. The understated elegance and restrained palette typify the abstract and contemplative nature of this work, making it a representative piece of the Light and Space movement.
