Antecedent 1975

"Antecedent" is a large-scale abstract sculpture by Lila Pell Katzen, created in 1975. The work, composed of several large, geometric forms, is fabricated from weathered steel. Its imposing size and rough texture give it a sense of monumentality and timelessness. The sculpture's placement in front of a building creates an intriguing dialogue between the built environment and the abstract form. Katzen's use of geometric shapes is reminiscent of Minimalist art, while the raw steel evokes the industrial and urban environments of the mid-20th century.