Building With Small Black Silence 1961

Mikuláš Medek made 'Building With Small Black Silence' with oil paint, creating a world that feels both ancient and just out of reach. There's this incredible layering, almost like he built it up slowly, one thought at a time, you can really feel the hand of the artist in the surface. The red is so intense, not bright, but deep, like it's been simmering for ages. Look closely at that vertical black line; it's such a stark contrast. It’s a void, a silent scream, amidst all this fiery energy. The physicality of the medium is crucial here, the way the paint sits on the canvas, the textures he’s created. It reminds me a bit of Antoni Tàpies, in the way he built up these layers of meaning. I'm left with more questions than answers, and honestly, that's how I like it.