Silcscreen on handmade paper. Edition: Galerie am Lindenplatz, Vaduz. WVZ 179
Heinz Mack's Kleiner Dreiklang (1994) is a limited edition silkscreen print that exemplifies the artist's mastery of light, movement, and color. This work, measuring 100 x 70 cm, is a vibrant exploration of abstract forms and luminous effects, typical of Mack's involvement with the ZERO movement. The piece features a dynamic arrangement of overlapping blue diamond shapes, surrounded by smaller, multicolored geometric accents that add depth and contrast to the composition. The silkscreen technique enhances the texture and intensity of the colors, creating a sense of rhythm and harmony that engages the viewer’s perception of space and movement. Mack’s work often blurs the boundaries between art and optical illusion, and Kleiner Dreiklang is no exception; it draws the eye into a seemingly pulsating, three-dimensional structure, inviting contemplation on the interaction between form, light, and color. This artwork is not only a striking example of Mack's abstract expressionism but also a significant piece reflecting his contributions to contemporary art and the ZERO movement.
Heinz Mack (Germany, 1931) is a visual artist renowned for his contributions to op art, light art, and kinetic art. As a co-founder of the ZERO movement in 1957, he explored the interplay of light and movement in his works. Mack's innovative sculptures and installations have been exhibited globally, influencing contemporary art.
SilkscreenSilkscreen is a printmaking method that uses a screen made of silk or other mesh fabric. The screen is treated with a substance that blocks ink in certain areas, allowing ink to pass through only in the desired sections. Each color in the print requires a separate screen.
Silcscreen on handmade paper. Edition: Galerie am Lindenplatz, Vaduz. WVZ 179
Heinz Mack's Kleiner Dreiklang (1994) is a limited edition silkscreen print that exemplifies the artist's mastery of light, movement, and color. This work, measuring 100 x 70 cm, is a vibrant exploration of abstract forms and luminous effects, typical of Mack's involvement with the ZERO movement. The piece features a dynamic arrangement of overlapping blue diamond shapes, surrounded by smaller, multicolored geometric accents that add depth and contrast to the composition. The silkscreen technique enhances the texture and intensity of the colors, creating a sense of rhythm and harmony that engages the viewer’s perception of space and movement. Mack’s work often blurs the boundaries between art and optical illusion, and Kleiner Dreiklang is no exception; it draws the eye into a seemingly pulsating, three-dimensional structure, inviting contemplation on the interaction between form, light, and color. This artwork is not only a striking example of Mack's abstract expressionism but also a significant piece reflecting his contributions to contemporary art and the ZERO movement.
Heinz Mack (Germany, 1931) is a visual artist renowned for his contributions to op art, light art, and kinetic art. As a co-founder of the ZERO movement in 1957, he explored the interplay of light and movement in his works. Mack's innovative sculptures and installations have been exhibited globally, influencing contemporary art.
When I get to the studio, I completely forget how old I am.
- Heinz Mack
Heinz Mack, a German artist, is perhaps best known for being responsible for the creation of a movement, along with Otto Piene: Zero. Founded in 1957, this movement finds its basis in the design and aesthetic qualities that form ground zero. Several other artists have united in the name of Zero, including Yves Klein, Fontana, Manzoni, Castellani, Tinguely and Schoonhoven, which culminated in December 2008 with the foundation of the Zero Foundation, which researches and promotes the main ideas surrounding Zero. Through this movement, Mack was able to pursue one of the central themes which embodies his work: light. He created a number of sculptures, many of which revolve around the idea of light, including light-reflecting cubes and oscillating light-reliefs. His creative output has also included several other forms of art, including paintings, drawings, pastels, graphics, India ink, bibliophilic work and photography. (Artist website)
A found object is a term used to describe a man-made or natural object, or a fragment of one, that an artist discovers or purchases and keeps for inspiration or as a work of art. The artist may also modify the object or incorporate it into a collage or assemblage, transforming it into a new piece of art.