Phase of Nothingness–Water 2005

"Phase of Nothingness–Water" is a 2005 sculpture by Japanese artist Nobuo Sekine, known for his minimalist works. The piece consists of two stark black geometric forms: a rectangular platform and a cylindrical pedestal. Their placement in a white gallery space emphasizes their form and volume, inviting contemplation on the relationship between object and space. This work exemplifies Sekine’s artistic practice, which often explores the relationship between emptiness and form, creating a powerful sense of presence through absence.