[title not known] 1961

Editor: This print is by John Piper; while we don't have a specific date for it, Piper lived from 1903 to 1992. The architectural forms are so striking, almost looming. What do you see in its composition? Curator: The tension between representation and abstraction is palpable. Note the flattened perspective, the gestural application of ink. The work eschews illusionism in favour of highlighting its materiality. Observe how Piper uses colour to articulate form and space. Editor: So it's less about the building itself and more about how he's constructed the image? Curator: Precisely. The subject, while present, serves as a structural device. Piper's interest lies in exploring the visual language of line, shape, and texture. A successful composition, wouldn’t you agree? Editor: Absolutely. It's made me rethink how I approach analyzing a work of art.