Variation sur le theme des pro contres (no. 89) 1960

Hans Richter made this collage, Variation sur le theme des pro contres (no. 89), from different pieces of metal. I love how the artist plays with the natural colors and textures of each metal. The way the pieces are arranged, it feels like a dance frozen in time. Each metal piece is carefully cut, showing off its unique surface, whether it's the silvery shine or the warm copper tone. The small silver diamond piece, nestled near the bottom, is a detail I keep coming back to. It catches the light in a way that makes the whole piece pop. Richter was part of the Dada movement, which loved to challenge the usual ideas about art. This collage reminds me a little bit of Kurt Schwitters' Merz collages, where everyday bits and pieces became something totally new. Richter’s piece, like Schwitters', invites us to see the world in a fresh, unexpected way.