Pintura No. 167 1948

Raul Lozza, an Argentinian artist, made "Pintura No. 167." Lozza, working in the mid-20th century, positioned himself in a cultural landscape grappling with questions of national identity, and the legacy of colonialism. As part of the Asociación Arte Concreto-Invención, Lozza and his contemporaries sought a visual language rooted in rationalism. Geometric abstraction provided a means to express utopian ideals, reflecting the artist's aspiration for a society built on equality. The stark black background emphasizes a sense of isolation, while the placement of geometric shapes offers a sense of hope. The varying colours, like different voices, come together to form a complex dialogue. The artwork serves as a potent reminder of the human capacity to envision a different world. It captures a moment of artistic expression, deeply connected to the socio-political realities of its time.