Paper Cup 1969

Editor: Here we have Shigeko Kubota's "Paper Cup," of indeterminate date. The cup's blue exterior is so smooth. What can you tell me about this piece? Curator: The interplay between the subtle blue and the pale tan creates a visually compelling object. The pure cylindrical form is deceivingly complex. How does the stark simplicity affect your perception? Editor: I think its simplicity almost elevates it. It makes you focus on the lines and form. Curator: Precisely. The lack of ornamentation forces us to consider the cup's pure geometry and the quality of its surface. It reduces art to its barest components. Editor: So, it's all about appreciating the essential qualities of the object? Curator: Indeed. The essence, the form, the materiality – these are the keys. Editor: I see. That really gives me a new appreciation for it.