Curatorial notes
Endre Rozsda made this painting, The Tower of Babel, at an unknown date, with oil on canvas. Rozsda lays down these little faceted marks, almost like he’s building a mosaic or a shattered mirror. It’s a great way to make a painting – bit by bit, piece by piece. The painting’s surface is a dense accumulation of brushstrokes, creating a textured, almost sculptural feel. The colors are rich and varied, from deep blues and blacks to vibrant reds and yellows, creating a sense of depth and movement. Look at how the blue and white shapes build up towards the bottom of the piece, like houses in a landscape. It really draws you in! Rozsda’s work reminds me a little bit of Paul Klee’s, with that same playful approach to form and color. Like Klee, Rozsda invites us to see the world in new ways. It's a reminder that art isn't about answers, it's about the questions we ask along the way.
