Magic Eye 2 1995

Curator: At first glance, I find this composition quite unsettling, the stark lines and the amorphous red form create a sense of tension. Editor: This is "Magic Eye 2" by Victor Pasmore, part of the Tate Collections. Pasmore, born in 1908, explored abstraction throughout his career. Curator: Considering his exploration, that red form could represent suppressed emotions or perhaps societal anxieties during his time. The lines almost seem like barriers, or attempts to define the undefinable. Editor: It’s interesting how Pasmore uses such simple elements to evoke complex feelings. The interplay between the organic shape and geometric lines also speaks to a broader conflict, maybe nature versus industrialization. Curator: A valid point, especially when we consider how social and political landscapes influenced artists of his generation. Thanks for shedding light on that. Editor: My pleasure, it is how these pieces are received that complete them.