Installation View 

This installation view showcases the work of Roman Cotosman, who passed away in 2006. The artwork is composed of simple materials like paper, wood, and possibly foam, arranged in a way that prompts reflection on space, form, and perception. The dark foam blocks on the floor, each topped with white paper, immediately draw attention. Notice how the paper is precisely positioned, creating a stark contrast against the dark base. This contrast emphasizes the surface quality of the materials, their weight, and their arrangement in the space. The process of assembly, cutting, and placing these elements is central to the artwork’s meaning. Similarly, the framed paper works on the wall have a hand-made quality. The visible pencil lines and cut edges highlight the artist's process and labor. By combining these elements, Cotosman blurs the line between traditional art and everyday life. Ultimately, understanding Cotosman's work requires us to appreciate the materials, the making process, and the wider context in which it was created, encouraging us to reconsider traditional hierarchies between art and craft.