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Acrylic on panel. Unique work. Signed and dated to verso ‘Richard Anuszkiewicz 1975’. Soft Gray (1975) by Richard Anuszkiewicz is a unique acrylic on panel measuring 49.8 × 65.7 cm. A leading figure of the Op Art movement, Anuszkiewicz uses precise geometry and subtle shifts in color to create a vibrating sense of depth and optical rhythm. Here, a field of soft gray is punctuated by vertical linear elements that transition from turquoise to deep violet, producing a pulsating visual effect that seems to expand and contract as the eye moves across the surface. The work exemplifies Anuszkiewicz’s exploration of color interaction and perception, turning rigorous abstraction into a meditative yet dynamic experience.
Soft Gray, 1975
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Acrylic on panel. Unique work. Signed and dated to verso ‘Richard Anuszkiewicz 1975’. Soft Gray (1975) by Richard Anuszkiewicz is a unique acrylic on panel measuring 49.8 × 65.7 cm. A leading figure of the Op Art movement, Anuszkiewicz uses precise geometry and subtle shifts in color to create a vibrating sense of depth and optical rhythm. Here, a field of soft gray is punctuated by vertical linear elements that transition from turquoise to deep violet, producing a pulsating visual effect that seems to expand and contract as the eye moves across the surface. The work exemplifies Anuszkiewicz’s exploration of color interaction and perception, turning rigorous abstraction into a meditative yet dynamic experience.
What is Op Art?
Op Art is a visual art style that uses optical illusions to create the impression of movement, vibrating patterns, flashing, or hidden images. The works are typically abstract, with many well-known pieces in black and white. The roots of Op Art can be traced back to earlier movements like Futurism, Constructivism, Dada, and Neo-Impressionism, particularly in their use of color effects and graphic design.
