“Variant/Adobe,” created by Josef Albers in 1956, is an oil on masonite painting that measures 40 x 77 cm. The artwork is part of the “Adobe/Variants” series and belongs to the Hard Edge Painting art movement, known for its precise, simplified use of color and geometric shapes. This abstract piece exemplifies Albers’s exploration of color interactions and spatial relationships.
The artwork features a structured composition of rectangular shapes in varying shades of blue and green. The use of bold, solid colors conveys a sense of depth and dimension despite the simplicity of form. The rectangles are arranged within one another, creating a layered effect that draws the viewer’s eye inward, emphasizing the interplay between each hue and the overall geometric harmony of the piece.
