Untitled 1962

Jiro Yoshihara’s "Untitled" (1962) is a bold example of the Mono-ha movement in Japanese art. This style emphasizes the inherent qualities of materials, placing minimal intervention between the artist and the viewer. Yoshihara's work, featuring a single white stroke on a black background, embodies this concept, drawing attention to the interplay of light and shadow, the stark contrast of the two colors, and the raw, unadulterated essence of the materials themselves. The simplicity of the composition makes it a powerful and enigmatic work, leaving room for individual interpretation and contemplation.