Optophone I 1922

"Optophone I" (1922) by Francis Picabia is a prime example of Dadaist art, a movement that challenged traditional artistic conventions and embraced absurdity. The artwork features a stylized nude figure lying within a swirling target of black and white concentric circles, which evokes a sense of visual disorientation and disruption. Picabia's work often incorporated elements of technology and machinery, reflecting the rapid advancements of the early 20th century. The minimalist form and striking color scheme of "Optophone I" exemplifies Dada's rejection of traditional beauty standards and its embrace of provocative imagery.