The Fourth 'Book of Schemes'. Album #2, the First Folder 1978

Valerii Lamakh created "The Fourth 'Book of Schemes'" with pen and ink, a work showcasing an intricate, geometric pattern. The dominant feature is a large triangle, densely filled with a network of smaller triangles in alternating colors. The systematic repetition of triangular forms gives the piece a fractal-like quality, suggesting infinite complexity within a finite space. This work reveals Lamakh’s interest in using basic geometric forms to explore complex relationships and patterns. The consistent use of triangles, each nested within another, creates a sense of depth and visual rhythm, evoking ideas around structuralism. The colors – green, blue, pink – punctuate the composition. The artwork, with its emphasis on pattern and structure, invites us to consider how art can reflect the underlying principles of organization and order that permeate both the natural and intellectual worlds. The 'Book of Schemes' represents a profound exploration of visual language and its capacity to challenge our perception.