[no title] 1975 - 1976

Editor: This untitled print by Guillaume Corneille from the Tate collection uses intriguing shapes and figures. It feels almost like a dreamscape. What do you see in this piece, focusing on its formal qualities? Curator: The composition displays a deliberate arrangement of pictorial elements. Observe the stratification: layers of abstracted figures, flora, and geometric shapes, culminating in that radiant orb. The interplay between the muted blue-gray tones and the bursts of yellow create visual tension, don't you think? Editor: I do. It’s like the yellow pulls the eye in despite the overall subdued palette. Curator: Precisely. Corneille skillfully uses contrasting colors to create focal points and visual interest. This tension, alongside the varied textures achieved through the printmaking process, contributes to the artwork's dynamic quality. What impact do you think the flattened perspective has? Editor: It emphasizes the surface, flattening depth and making the imagery more immediate. I see how the composition and color work together now. Thanks!