The Big Splash (aka Tantrum I) 1959

"The Big Splash (aka Tantrum I)" is a 1959 abstract collage by Perle Fine, known for her dynamic and expressive use of color and form. The work features a bold, red background against which white and yellow paper shapes are cut and arranged, creating a sense of energy and movement. The white forms, which suggest a figure plunging into water, are contrasted by a smattering of smaller white star shapes, adding a playful element to the composition. Fine's use of collage, a technique she explored throughout her career, highlights the immediacy and spontaneity of the creative process. This piece exemplifies her abstract style, which often drew inspiration from the natural world and human emotions.