Composition No.6 1934

Werner Drewes created this woodcut, Composition No. 6, with a stark palette of black and white, using intersecting lines and geometric forms. The high contrast immediately draws the eye into a dynamic interplay of shapes that seem to both emerge from and recede into the background. Drewes destabilizes traditional notions of space by layering linear elements over solid forms. The composition invites us to consider how abstract forms can evoke a sense of depth, while the interplay of positive and negative space creates a visual tension. The arrangement of shapes and lines may reflect the artist's engagement with theories of abstraction. Ultimately, Composition No. 6 challenges our expectations of representation, pushing us to reconsider the relationship between form and meaning. The artwork encourages an ongoing dialogue, inviting viewers to engage with the ideas it represents.