Regularity - Irregularity V 1960

Gerhard von Graevenitz made Regularity - Irregularity V, which plays with geometry, movement, and perception. It looks like a system of white squares, all slightly tilted, scattered over a black field, like dice thrown across a dark table. The beauty of this piece is that it’s both a rigid structure and a field of possibilities. The squares have an identical, clean outline, but their distribution feels almost random, creating a lively tension. Look closely, and you’ll see how your eye jumps from one square to the next, trying to find a pattern that never quite resolves. Von Graevenitz reminds me of artists like Bridget Riley, who also messed with the eye, making you question what you see. These artists invite us to embrace the idea that art isn't about fixed answers but about opening up a space for seeing, questioning, and experiencing the world in new ways.