Town Buildings I 1885

Olga Boznanska’s “Town Buildings I” presents a striking study in contrasts, primarily achieved through bold color choices and an unconventional approach to form. The deep reds of the imposing structure on the left clash dramatically with the muted whites and grays of the building to the right. This juxtaposition creates a visual tension, enhanced by the artist’s use of thick, gestural brushstrokes. Boznanska seems less interested in precise representation and more in exploring how color and texture can evoke a sense of place. The buildings are rendered with a deliberate lack of sharp definition. The structural elements are implied rather than clearly delineated, which challenges our conventional understanding of architectural space. The rough application of paint emphasizes the materiality of the artwork, drawing attention to the surface as much as the subject it depicts. Through this interplay of color and form, Boznanska prompts us to reconsider the relationship between representation and abstraction. What appears initially as a straightforward depiction of town buildings becomes a study in how the very act of painting can reshape our perception. By destabilizing traditional forms, the artwork invites us to engage in an ongoing dialogue with its visual elements, constantly reinterpreting its meaning.