Kies een stemming en de kamer zelf antwoordt — het licht koelt of warmt op, de sfeer verandert van tempo, en alleen de werken die dat gevoel belichamen, treden naar voren uit de duisternis. De rest verdwijnt in de schaduw.
David Smith: Pioneer of Geometric Abstraction David Smith (1956 – present) stands as a towering figure in contemporary sculpture, recognized for his unwavering commitment to geometric abstraction and his profound impact on the artistic landscape of the latter half of the 20th century. Born in Sacramento, California, Smith’s early fascination with mathematics and engineering would profoundly shape his sculptural practice, propelling him
toward groundbreaking explorations of form and materiality. His journey began with a formal education at Yale University School of Art, where he honed his skills under influential mentors like Josef Albers and Robert Rauschenberg, absorbing the spirit of Color Field painting and Chance Operations – movements that challenged traditional representational conventions. Early Influences: Smith’s formative years were marked by exposure…