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Carlos Cruz-Diez — (on a label affixed to the reverse)chromatography on
Carlos Cruz-Diez — (on a label affixed to the reverse)chromatography on
Carlos Cruz-Diez — (on a label affixed to the reverse)chromatography on
Carlos Cruz-Diez

(on a label affixed to the reverse)chromatography on

2015

This kinetic color abstraction demonstrates the optical interplay of vertical lines and chromatic vibration characteristic of the artist's chromointerference technique. Composed of aluminum framing and elastic cord, the work creates a dynamic visual experience where colors appear to shift and interact across the surface. The systematic arrangement of warm and cool tones generates spatial depth and movement, inviting viewers to observe how perception changes with viewing angle and distance. The piece exemplifies investigations into color theory and the immaterial qualities of light through material means.

Medium
aluminum and elastic cord
Overall
Location
Sotheby's, New York, NY

Notes

Contemporary Day Auction, Sotheby's, sale on 2026-05-15.

🔨 Auction Lot

Contemporary Day Auction

May 15, 2026

Estimate: $70,000 to $90,000

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Carlos Cruz-Diez, (on a label affixed to the reverse)chromatography on, 2015

This kinetic color abstraction demonstrates the optical interplay of vertical lines and chromatic vibration characteristic of the artist's chromointerference technique. Composed of aluminum framing and elastic cord, the work creates a dynamic visual experience where colors appear to shift and interact across the surface. The systematic arrangement of warm and cool tones generates spatial depth and movement, inviting viewers to observe how perception changes with viewing angle and distance. The piece exemplifies investigations into color theory and the immaterial qualities of light through material means.

Medium
aluminum and elastic cord
Dimensions
overall: 72.4 x 141 cm
Year
2015
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Visual Perception, Kinetic Art, Color Abstraction, Chromatic Vibration, Mixed Media, Venezuelan Art, Kinetic Sculpture, Aluminum Art, Contemporary Sculpture, Color Field, Installation Art, Color Theory, Geometric Abstraction, Abstract Form, Optical Illusion, Light And Color, Interactive Art, Modern Abstraction

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