Echiquier 1971

"Echiquier" (1971) by French artist Aurelie Nemours (1910-2005) is a striking example of geometric abstraction. The composition is divided into horizontal bands, each composed of a grid of squares in a single color. The top band features a checkerboard pattern of white and pale pink squares. This pattern is repeated in the lower band, but with muted colors like black, purple, and blue. The contrast of color and pattern creates a vibrant and visually engaging work of art. The artist's use of grids and geometric forms is typical of her practice, which focused on the relationship between color, shape, and space.