[Signed] Herman de Vries - UNIQUE - ORIGINAL WORK - Drawing - 1968 - beautifully framed Herman de Vries [Fine]

Description

This original artwork by Herman de Vries, exemplifies his exploration of chance and structure in art. Created in 1968, it features colored ink (red and black) on blue graph paper, a signature material in his early works. The composition consists of randomly placed black and red lines, seemingly floating within the structured grid background, titled 'a.r. [= at random]', Signed, and inscribed with the date and work number 'V68-211' in graphite on the reverse, (Visible through plexi back) this piece reflects de Vries ongoing engagement with randomness as a creative principle. *** Professionally framed, floated in a custom-cut, thick double acid-free passe-partout, in a high-quality, handcrafted white wooden frame with PLEXIGLAS Optical HC, scratch-resistant and UV-protected. Size framed 54 x 54 cm *** Herman de Vries (born 1931) is a Dutch artist whose work operates at the intersection of conceptual art, nature, and chance. He was an early member of the ZERO movement, known for its focus on minimalism and objectivity. Over time, his artistic approach evolved toward exploring the relationship between art and nature, incorporating organic materials, natural processes, and philosophical inquiries. The title 'a.r.' (at random) underscores his fascination with chance as a compositional method, a recurring theme in his artistic practice. *** This artwork is a significant example of Herman de Vries early conceptual work, in which he utilized randomness as an artistic strategy within a structured format. His works are held in prestigious collections and museums worldwide, including the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam and the Centre Pompidou in Paris. ## SHIPPING : Worldwide shipping available ## # CONDITION : in very good condition ##