One of 28 slides of prints c. 20th century

Curator: Here we have one of 28 slides of prints by Josef Albers, part of the Harvard Art Museums collection. Editor: Immediately, I'm struck by the starkness, the interplay of black and white, how the geometric shapes seem to pull you in. Curator: Albers was deeply interested in how context shapes our perception. He taught at the Bauhaus, and later at Black Mountain College, championing abstract art. Editor: Absolutely. And thinking about the process, the precision required to create these perfectly nested squares—it speaks to Albers' commitment to material exploration. Curator: These prints, while seemingly simple, challenge the viewer to consider how our minds interpret visual information, something very important in post-war consumer culture. Editor: It makes me think about the labor involved in creating such seemingly effortless forms, the material choices, all contributing to its visual impact. I like it. Curator: It's a powerful commentary on how visual language shapes our world. Editor: Indeed, the essence of form and material laid bare.