Untitled (Abstraction) 1964

George Dergalis created this untitled abstraction in 1962. It's a print, and the monochrome palette encourages us to engage with the interplay of light and shadow within the composition. Dergalis came of age as an artist during a time of great social and political change. This work stands as an example of the post-war exploration of abstraction. It moves beyond traditional artistic representation. The layering of lines and shapes suggests a world of industry and the urban landscape. But also, there’s the emotional impact of the disorienting fragmentation of lived experience. Do you find yourself searching for a recognizable form in the matrix of lines? There's a sense of both freedom and constraint. Dergalis’ abstraction invites us to consider the complex relationship between personal expression and the world around us. It is a reflection of the artist’s inner state and of broader societal issues.