Head 1970

Valentin Khrushch created this 95.5 x 95.5 cm work titled "Head" using a muted palette on what appears to be canvas or board. The composition immediately strikes us with its arrangement of geometric shapes, lines, and textures, subtly forming the contours of a head. Khrushch destabilizes traditional portraiture through abstraction. The head, rather than a detailed depiction, is evoked through colour fields and linear elements, challenging our perception. The artist uses a semiotic language to question fixed meanings. Each shape and line functions as a signifier, inviting viewers to interpret their symbolic meaning. This approach aligns with post-structuralist ideas, highlighting the instability of meaning and the potential for multiple interpretations. Ultimately, "Head" compels us to reconsider our understanding of representation. Its formal qualities, particularly its abstracted form and ambiguous shapes, invite ongoing interpretation, reflecting the shifting nature of meaning in art and culture.