Geneviève Claisse – ADN jaune, 1972-2016 – Wood

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ADN jaune by Geneviève Claisse is a captivating wood sculpture that exemplifies her minimalist and geometric aesthetic. The artwork features three nested squares, each slightly offset, rendered in a bright, uniform yellow. The layering of the square forms creates a subtle play of shadows and depth within the monochromatic color scheme. Claisse's work here explores the interaction of shapes and negative space, inviting viewers to consider the simplicity and harmony of geometric forms. This piece reflects her dedication to pure abstraction, emphasizing form and color over representational detail. Signed on the back, this work is part of a limited edition of 4.

Geneviève Claisse (France, 1935–2018) was a prominent geometric abstract painter. Influenced by her great-uncle, Auguste Herbin, she developed a style characterized by pure forms and vibrant colors. Claisse's work is celebrated for its formal purity and meticulous execution, contributing significantly to the geometric abstraction movement.

Geneviève Claisse

ADN jaune, 1972-2016

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Sculpture / Object

Sculpture / ObjectA sculpture is a three-dimension object made using any one of the basic sculpting processes. These include carving, casting, constructing or modeling. Carving materials may be bone, ivory, stone or wood. Modeling and casting use clay or wax, while constructions glue materials together.

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Wood

WoodWood is one of the most ancient and versatile materials used in creating art. It has served as a base for paintings, brush handles, pens, and pencils, as well as for easels, wood engraving, woodcut, woodblock printing, and sculpting. Various types of wood, such as oak, maple, and pine, are commonly used in these artistic applications.

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Edition of 4

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There is a deep investigation around each piece. I always paint from real models.
- Geneviève Claisse

Geneviève Claisse (b. 1935 France, d. 2018 France) was a prominent French artist known for her contributions to geometric abstraction. A student and niece of the painter Auguste Herbin, Claisse quickly established herself as a leading figure in the post-war abstract art scene. Her work is characterized by its precision, clarity, and the use of vibrant colors and clean geometric shapes. Claisse's compositions often explore the interplay between form and space, creating a sense of movement and rhythm through meticulously balanced arrangements. Her dedication to the principles of abstraction and her ability to infuse her work with both dynamism and harmony have made her one of the key figures in 20th-century French abstract art.

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What is geometric abstract art?

Geometric abstraction is a form of abstract art that uses geometric shapes arranged in a non-illusionistic space (though not always) and combined into non-representational (non-objective) compositions. Based on years of artistic research, some artists have proposed that geometric abstraction offers a solution to modern challenges by rejecting traditional illusionistic practices in favor of clarity and simplicity.

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Geneviève Claisse

ADN jaune, 1972-2016

40 x 40 x 5 cm

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Geneviève Claisse