Fold 1966

Here we see Charlotte Posenenske's "Fold", an enigmatic work of the mid-20th century. At first glance, we are presented with a simple sheet of paper, neatly folded into quadrants, each holding a slightly different play of light and shadow. Consider the fold itself - a gesture of division, but also of connection. Throughout history, the act of folding has carried symbolic weight, from the folded hands in prayer, to the origami crane signifying hope. In religious iconography, drapery folds often accentuate the divinity of figures, adding depth and mystery. The paper, devoid of overt content, becomes a stage for our own projections. Is this a map, waiting to be charted? A letter, concealing untold stories? The folds themselves create a dynamic tension, a subtle dance between order and potential chaos. As it resurfaces, the fold reminds us of the cyclical nature of symbols, constantly shifting, adapting, and echoing through the corridors of time.