Oga 1960

Olle Baertling created "Oga" using oil paint and a commitment to geometric abstraction. The painting's dynamic composition is defined by sharply contrasting triangular shapes in orange, red, black, and pale blue, generating a sensation of movement and instability. Baertling's approach to art hinges on the power of the open form, advocating for a composition that extends beyond the canvas edge. Here, the triangles push towards unseen points, suggesting an infinite continuation of space and form. The stark simplicity and intense colours eliminate any representational elements, focusing instead on the pure relationships between form and colour. This work reflects the influence of geometric abstraction and constructivism, movements which sought to create universal aesthetic languages. "Oga" compels us to consider how basic visual elements can be arranged to create a dynamic and engaging visual experience, challenging our perceptions and creating new aesthetic possibilities.