Untitled 1955

This striking, untitled print was made by Rene Duvillier sometime in the 20th century. With a dominant palette of red and black, the artwork feels spontaneous, almost like a dance caught on paper. I imagine Duvillier, brush in hand, making these bold, flowing gestures, each stroke a record of his movement and intention. The red shapes twist and turn, creating a sense of energy and rhythm. What’s cool is how these forms aren’t quite definable; they flirt with representation, hinting at figures or landscapes, but ultimately remain abstract. The thin black lines add another layer of complexity, weaving around the red shapes and creating a sense of depth. There's a raw, unfiltered quality to this print, as though Duvillier was more interested in the act of creation than in achieving a perfect or polished result. To me, it speaks to the power of abstract art to evoke emotion and invite interpretation. Duvillier would have seen the art of his contemporaries and predecessors, and continued the conversation.