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Josef Albers — DR-a
Josef Albers

DR-a

A masterful example of Josef Albers' lifelong exploration of color interaction and geometric abstraction, *DR-a* presents precisely rendered squares or rectangles in carefully chosen hues that challenge the viewer's perception of depth and spatial relationships. Executed as a screenprint in colors on heavy wove paper, the work reflects Albers' belief that color is never absolute, but constantly influenced by its surrounding tones and context. The full margins frame the composition with quiet authority, allowing the interplay of color and form to resonate with characteristic intellectual rigor and visual clarity.

Medium
Screenprint in colors, on heavy wove paper, with full margins.

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Evening & Day Editions

October 17, 2018

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Josef Albers, DR-a

A masterful example of Josef Albers' lifelong exploration of color interaction and geometric abstraction, *DR-a* presents precisely rendered squares or rectangles in carefully chosen hues that challenge the viewer's perception of depth and spatial relationships. Executed as a screenprint in colors on heavy wove paper, the work reflects Albers' belief that color is never absolute, but constantly influenced by its surrounding tones and context. The full margins frame the composition with quiet authority, allowing the interplay of color and form to resonate with characteristic intellectual rigor and visual clarity.

Medium
Screenprint in colors, on heavy wove paper, with full margins.
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Abstract Art, Mid Century Modern, Contemplative Mood, Male Artist, German-American Artist, Screenprint, Color Theory, Geometric Abstraction, Bauhaus, Minimalist Composition, Modern Master, Warm Tones

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Collected by

Alex Capecelatro