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Etching and aquatint in colors on Somerset wove paper -Signed in pencil, dated and numbered // Suzhou I by Brice Marden, created in 1998, is an intricate etching and aquatint on Somerset wove paper. This limited edition print is characterized by its organic, flowing black lines that twist and intersect, forming an abstract web-like structure. The green and gray background provides subtle depth and contrast, enhancing the fluid movement of the lines. The composition evokes the natural, winding pathways of traditional Chinese gardens, alluding to the artwork's title referencing Suzhou, a city known for its classical gardens. Marden’s minimalist approach invites a contemplative viewing, balancing simplicity with a sense of complexity.
Suzhou I, 1998
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Etching and aquatint in colors on Somerset wove paper -Signed in pencil, dated and numbered // Suzhou I by Brice Marden, created in 1998, is an intricate etching and aquatint on Somerset wove paper. This limited edition print is characterized by its organic, flowing black lines that twist and intersect, forming an abstract web-like structure. The green and gray background provides subtle depth and contrast, enhancing the fluid movement of the lines. The composition evokes the natural, winding pathways of traditional Chinese gardens, alluding to the artwork's title referencing Suzhou, a city known for its classical gardens. Marden’s minimalist approach invites a contemplative viewing, balancing simplicity with a sense of complexity.
What is minimalism?
Minimalism is a style in music and visual arts characterized by pared-down designs and simplicity. It began in Western art after World War II, gaining prominence particularly in American visual arts. Minimalism draws heavily on aspects of modernism and is often viewed as a reaction against Abstract Expressionism, as well as a precursor to post-minimal art practices. Prominent minimalist artists include Agnes Martin, Donald Judd, Robert Morris, Frank Stella, and Dan Flavin.