One of 28 slides of prints c. 20th century

Editor: This is one of Josef Albers' slides of prints. The composition is intriguing with the filmstrip border, but what historical factors might have influenced Albers' exploration of geometric abstraction? Curator: Consider the Bauhaus context, where Albers taught. Its utopian ideals sought to integrate art, craft, and technology for social change. This print reflects the Bauhaus emphasis on simplified forms and mass production, rejecting traditional artistic hierarchies. Editor: So, it's more than just aesthetics; it's a statement about art's role in society? Curator: Precisely. Albers used abstraction to create universal visual language accessible to all, reflecting the Bauhaus commitment to democratic art and design. Editor: Fascinating. I'll definitely look at Albers’ work through that lens moving forward.