
Study for a Homage to the Square
This geometric composition consists of three nested rectangular forms rendered in progressively darker tones, from bright kelly green on the outer rectangle through a muted sage green to a dark charcoal center. Executed in oil and graphite on blotting paper, the work demonstrates careful layering and a subtle interplay between the matte, absorbent surface and the pigments applied. The precisely aligned concentric squares create a sense of spatial recession through color modulation alone, with visible edges and slight irregularities suggesting the hand drawn quality of a preparatory study. The palette emphasizes cool tones and chromatic subtlety, while the composition embodies a systematic exploration of color interaction and visual perception.
- Medium
- Oil and graphite on blotting paper
- Dimensions
- Location
- David Zwirner 69th Street, New York, NY
Notes
From the exhibition 'Set in Stone' at David Zwirner 69th Street, NYC, May 12 to June 26, 2026, in collaboration with Galerie Kugel, Paris. Tombstone date: n.d..
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