Plumbings II 1973

"Plumbings II" was made in 1973 by Alexander Calder, and I'm guessing it's gouache on paper, or something like that. The bright, flat colors and the bold, confident lines make me think about the joy of making something, anything. Look at how those red, yellow, and blue lines weave around the clock and those mysterious signs! They're so direct, like Calder just grabbed some paint and went for it. You can feel his energy and enthusiasm in every stroke. And that clock! Is it a real clock, or just a symbol? Does it even matter? What I love about this piece is how it embraces ambiguity. It’s not about telling you what to think, but about inviting you to imagine. It reminds me of Miró, another artist who wasn't afraid to play with shapes and color. They both seem to be saying, "Hey, art is supposed to be fun!"