Metaesquema (Dois brancos) by Helio Oiticica

Metaesquema (Dois brancos) 1958

heliooiticica

pop art-esque

rhythmical white colour

monotone colours

printed

repetition of white

monochrome colours

rectangle

bold defined shape

white focal point

line

artificial colours

repetition of white colour

"Metaesquema (Dois brancos)" (1958) is a minimalist work by Brazilian artist Hélio Oiticica. The artwork, composed of black rectangles on a white background, explores the concept of geometric abstraction, a style that flourished in the mid-20th century. Oiticica, known for his innovative contributions to Neo-Concrete art, aimed to create a visual language that transcended traditional representational forms. This work exemplifies his exploration of simple geometric shapes and their ability to evoke complex visual and conceptual ideas.