Transformation of a Scheme No. 19 1950

"Transformation of a Scheme No. 19" (1950) is a work by Josef Albers, a prominent figure in the abstract art movement. This piece exemplifies Albers's exploration of color and form, which he termed "the interaction of color." In this work, geometric forms are juxtaposed against a deep brown background. The subtle shifts in hue and value of the white lines that make up the geometric shapes draw the viewer's eye, creating a sense of depth and optical illusion. Albers's exploration of optical phenomena, in particular how colour impacts the perception of form, is evident in his "Homage to the Square" series, to which this work belongs.