Art Theory Text with Color-Space Diagram 1941

Editor: This is Stuart Davis's "Art Theory Text with Color-Space Diagram." It appears to be undated, but its at Harvard Art Museums. It’s a small work on paper with a handwritten diagram of colors connecting black and white. The text around it makes it seem like a philosophical musing on art. What do you see in its composition? Curator: The diagrammatic structure is fascinating. Note the lines connecting "Black" and "White" through various hues. Davis seems to be exploring color relationships. The text around it, with phrases like "Art is a real measure!" reinforces the intellectual rigor. Do you notice how the diagram's form mirrors his textual exploration of art's essence? Editor: I do see that connection now. It’s like he's visually mapping his thoughts on color theory. Curator: Precisely. He has arranged and structured his ideas as a visual representation, giving an insight into his theoretical framework. Editor: I never considered how the structure of the text is important. Thanks! Curator: A pleasure.