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Sabine Pierick: 1916

 

· Title: Waterblind

 

· Dimensions: 120 x 120 cm

· Material: Real copper on various granulated coal, petrol

· Year: 2016

Description:

 

The work "Wasserblind" shows a complex, geometric composition of rectangular shapes in various shades of green and blue, covered by a crystalline structure reminiscent of a water surface.

 

The title alludes to the shimmering, elusive quality that emerges when looking at the work - like looking at water distorted by waves. The use of charcoal and copper pigments gives the image a shimmering metallic texture and tactile presence.

Formally, the picture can be classified in the tradition of Op Art. Like other representatives of this art movement, e.g. Bridget Riley or Victor Vasarely, Pierick uses geometric shapes and color contrasts to evoke perceptual effects such as movement, depth and blurriness in the viewer. However, she gives these stylistic devices a very unique, substantial quality through the use of pure materials.

 

Overall, "Wasserblind" evokes a complex visual experience that invites the viewer to explore the limits of perception. The play with illusion and reality, materiality and surface, order and movement creates a fascinating tension that puts the viewer into a state of concentration and reflection.

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