Untitled 1967

This untitled sculpture by Gyula Kosice is a mind-bending mix of metal and plastic, a real head-scratcher in the best way. Kosice wasn't shy about letting materials do their thing. The metal bowl, pockmarked with rivets, has a raw, industrial feel, while the clear plastic insert offers a glimpse of futuristic, space-age optimism. The contrast is so good. It's like Kosice wanted to show us that art isn't about hiding the process but celebrating it. Look closely at the way the light catches the surface of the bowl. It's not smooth or polished; it's got texture, depth, and a kind of lived-in quality. And that plastic form inside? It's almost like a seed, a promise of something new and unknown. It reminds me a little of some work by Lygia Clark, who also explored the relationship between art and the viewer, inviting us to touch, play, and question. Ultimately, this piece leaves you with more questions than answers, and that's exactly how art should be.