Homage to the Square (Greek Island) 1957

Josef Albers' "Homage to the Square (Greek Island)" from 1957 is a prime example of his signature style, which explored the relationships between color and form. The artwork consists of three squares, each nested within the next, with a grey outer square, a blue middle square, and a white inner square. This work exemplifies Albers' exploration of color interaction and the optical effects created by juxtaposing different hues, a concept he termed "the relativity of color." Albers' "Homage to the Square" series, of which this piece is a part, continues to intrigue viewers with its geometric simplicity and the illusionary depth created by its use of color.