Inscribed 1944

Josef Albers made this print called 'Inscribed' using lithography, a process that's all about layering and careful mark-making. There's this subtle texture that almost feels like a quiet hum, setting off the simple geometry of the squares. It’s like he’s whispering about space and form, and maybe even the way we see. Look at the way the lines of the squares overlap. It’s so precise, yet there’s something playful about how they intersect, creating new shapes and illusions. Albers' work always makes me think about Agnes Martin; both were so invested in the power of simple forms to create profound emotional experiences. Ultimately, it’s this dance between precision and playfulness that keeps us coming back, finding new questions and possibilities within the artwork.