Six Round Wooden Bars 1975

Here we see Andre Cadere's 'Six Round Wooden Bars'. Cadere was a Romanian-born artist whose practice challenged the art world's established norms. He created these painted wooden bars to disrupt conventional gallery spaces. Cadere's nomadism and identity as a wandering artist are central to understanding this work. He often carried these bars with him, presenting them in both art and non-art settings, questioning the boundaries of where art could exist. The bars themselves, with their simple geometric forms and distinct color arrangements, can be seen as a metaphor for the artist's journey. The bars embodied a rejection of the commodification of art. They invite a sense of playfulness and interaction. As Cadere said, his work sought to "set art free," liberating it from the constraints of institutions and traditional expectations. These bars exist as a testament to the artist's desire for a more fluid and accessible art experience.