Opus 74 B 1971

Editor: This is Hans Hinterreiter’s "Opus 74 B" from 1971, made with acrylic paint. The geometric pattern feels like an optical illusion. How do you interpret this work? Curator: What I find striking about this image is the way simple shapes – squares and parallelograms – create such a complex visual experience. It's not just about geometry, but the psychological impact of pattern recognition and spatial perception. These colors trigger emotional responses linked to earthiness and warmth, challenging our rational understanding of space. How does it resonate with you on a deeper level? Editor: It makes me think about digital interfaces, and maybe the limitations of perception? I am thrown by how such basic components of geometry trick our eyes! Curator: Exactly. Hinterreiter exploits this tension between order and chaos. Geometric shapes have held symbolic meaning across cultures, from ancient architecture to modern computer languages. It is interesting to ponder how such fundamental elements impact the subconscious through memory and experience. What enduring human narratives are woven into this seemingly objective language of form? Editor: That makes me reconsider the connection between abstract art and design. It's more than just decoration. Curator: Precisely! These repeating patterns and controlled colours mirror our brains which constantly seek pattern to give order to the surrounding world. It goes to show how powerful art can be without ever representing anything concrete! Editor: That gives me a totally different lens through which to appreciate the artwork. Curator: And perhaps you’ll explore this connection more in your work.