Plate 2 1940 - 1943

Louie Ewing created Plate 2, of unknown date, using ink on paper. The print presents a rhythmic oscillation between structure and fluidity, achieved through a simple yet effective deployment of geometric shapes. Notice how Ewing plays with the contrast between the soft pink background and the assertive blue and white patterns. The composition is divided into horizontal bands, each featuring variations of triangles, waves, and diamond shapes. The repetitive use of the cross motif functions almost as a semiotic anchor, stabilizing the composition while also inviting symbolic readings. Are they religious symbols, mathematical signs or purely decorative elements? Ewing destabilizes any fixed interpretation. This piece invites you to consider how formal elements—color, line, and shape—can create a dynamic visual experience. A reminder that art is not just about what you see, but how you see it.