C. Vertical Screen 1970

Editor: Here we have Gordon House's "C. Vertical Screen," a print from his lifetime, though the exact date is not listed. The stark black and white creates a very striking visual, almost like a barcode. What do you see in this piece, especially regarding its structure? Curator: The rigorous formalism is immediately apparent. The vertical bars, evenly spaced and contained within a grid-like structure, exemplify a concern with pure form. The interplay between the positive and negative space creates a dynamic visual rhythm. Consider how the artist uses repetition and variation to achieve this. Editor: It's interesting you point that out. It does feel very calculated, but also visually engaging. Thanks for that perspective! Curator: Indeed, a reflection on the power of visual structures.