”Monument” 1 for V. Tatlin 1964

Dan Flavin's 1964 minimalist sculpture, "Monument" 1 for V. Tatlin, is a striking composition of fluorescent light tubes arranged in a pyramidal form. The work is a tribute to Vladimir Tatlin, a pioneering Russian artist whose experimental constructivist designs influenced Flavin's own exploration of light and form. The sculpture's stark simplicity and cool, ethereal glow exemplify the key tenets of minimalism, emphasizing the inherent qualities of the materials and the viewer's perception of space. This piece highlights Flavin's signature use of fluorescent light as a primary artistic medium, transforming it into a powerful visual element capable of shaping and defining space.