Untitled II 1962

Esteban Vicente made this Untitled II print using a Tamarind jup. Here, abstraction comes into play through process, with the colours laid down almost as a foundation upon which the darker form rises, or perhaps collapses. The contrast between the blue and black creates a sense of depth, a kind of push and pull. Consider how the texture of the paper interacts with the ink, creating a visual and tactile experience. The marks aren't trying to be neat or precise; they embrace the messiness of the medium. Look at the way the black ink bleeds and feathers at the edges, its almost calligraphic. The tension between control and chance, so evident here, echoes the sensibilities of other abstract expressionists like Helen Frankenthaler, who embraced the unpredictable qualities of paint. Ultimately, this print reminds us that art is not just about what we see, but how we see.