4 - cuadrados 4 - círculos 

In this artwork by Antonio Asis, titled "4 - cuadrados 4 - círculos," the canvas is dominated by a grid-like structure, juxtaposed with the underlying shapes of squares and circles. The grid, an ancient symbol of order and control, overlays the more fluid and organic circles, evoking a tension between the rational and the intuitive. We see a similar visual dance in ancient cosmological maps where structured grids attempted to make sense of the celestial spheres. Think of the mandala, where geometric forms contain and organize the spiritual essence of the universe. Here, Asis touches upon a fundamental human impulse: to impose order on chaos. The contrast between rigid lines and soft curves creates a compelling visual tension, engaging the viewer in a subconscious dialogue about control, freedom, and the inherent human desire to find balance in a world of duality. This symbol is cyclical, resurfacing in different forms throughout history.