Provex 1953

Olle Baertling created "Provex" with bold lines and stark color contrasts. Dominated by black, white, and red, the painting presents dynamic geometric shapes that converge and diverge across the canvas, evoking a sense of movement and tension. Baertling's focus on pure abstraction moves away from representational art, exploring instead the inherent properties of form and color. This work embodies the principles of geometric abstraction, where the simplification of visual elements into basic shapes and colors invites viewers to focus on the relationships between these components. Each line and plane is carefully placed to create a harmonious yet dynamic balance, challenging traditional notions of space and perspective. The interplay between the sharp angles and the flat, unmodulated colors adds to the painting's impact, questioning how form and color interact to affect our perception. Baertling prompts us to reconsider the boundaries between the visual and the conceptual. This piece remains a powerful example of how abstract art can engage with fundamental questions about the nature of seeing and understanding.