Untitled 1973

This untitled work by Marcelle Cahn presents us with a series of geometric forms, dominated by circles and rectangles against a muted background. Notice how the black circles, potent symbols of totality and potential, are scattered across the composition, some paired with the rectangular forms. These pairings evoke the ancient symbol of the sun and moon in alignment, a motif that transcends cultures, appearing in alchemical illustrations and cosmological diagrams. Consider how this symbol, originally representing cosmic balance, is abstracted here into a stark geometric language. Perhaps Cahn is tapping into our collective memory, subtly reminding us of the underlying order and harmony sought by humanity across millennia. It invites us to consider the subconscious appeal of symmetry and balance, a powerful force engaging us on a primal level. As the motif resurfaces, it evolves, it is charged with the intensity of our modern search for meaning in an increasingly abstract world.