Farbmodulationen 1962

"Farbmodulationen" (1962) by Rupprecht Geiger (1908-2009) is a striking example of abstract art. The work features a simple composition of a black circle hovering over a red rectangle, both rendered with a grainy texture that suggests the use of a spray gun or airbrush. This technique, common in the German "Zero" movement, emphasizes the materiality of the paint and its interaction with the canvas, creating a sense of both flatness and depth. Geiger, a prominent figure in German postwar art, sought to explore the fundamental elements of form and color, challenging traditional notions of representation.