The Tower of Babel 1961

Endre Rozsda made this painting, The Tower of Babel, at an unknown date, with oil on canvas. Rozsda lays down these little faceted marks, almost like he’s building a mosaic or a shattered mirror. It’s a great way to make a painting – bit by bit, piece by piece. The painting’s surface is a dense accumulation of brushstrokes, creating a textured, almost sculptural feel. The colors are rich and varied, from deep blues and blacks to vibrant reds and yellows, creating a sense of depth and movement. Look at how the blue and white shapes build up towards the bottom of the piece, like houses in a landscape. It really draws you in! Rozsda’s work reminds me a little bit of Paul Klee’s, with that same playful approach to form and color. Like Klee, Rozsda invites us to see the world in new ways. It's a reminder that art isn't about answers, it's about the questions we ask along the way.