The artwork, titled “Variant/Adobe,” was created by artist Josef Albers in 1948. Rendered in oil on masonite, it stands within the Hard Edge Painting movement and is part of the “Adobe/Variants” series. This abstract piece measures 40 x 78 cm.
The artwork features a rigid composition of geometric shapes in a balanced arrangement, characterized by the use of bold colors, including red, pink, yellow, and brown. The juxtaposition and placement of these colors create a visually stimulating contrast that exemplifies the principles of Hard Edge Painting. The sharp precision of the edges, combined with the deliberate use of color, emphasizes Albers’ exploration of color theory and spatial relationships.
