Metaesquema 169 

Helio Oiticica made Metaesquema 169 as part of a series of works that reflect his interest in geometric abstraction and its potential to create dynamic spatial relationships. Oiticica was a key figure in the Brazilian Neo-Concrete movement which rejected the rigid constraints of concrete art, seeking to incorporate viewer interaction and sensory experience. His personal experiences growing up in Brazil, including his interest in marginalized communities, greatly influenced his art. In Metaesquema 169, the arrangement of black rectangles creates a sense of movement and rhythm, challenging traditional notions of fixed composition. Oiticica's work reflects a desire to break free from established artistic norms and engage with the surrounding social and political context of Brazil. Oiticica once stated "From now on, the increasingly direct participation of the spectator will transform the work of art into an act." This piece stands as a testament to the artist's vision of art as a dynamic and participatory experience.