Otto Piene – Two Opposing Circular Forms

1970

This striking silkscreen by renowned German artist Otto Piene, created in 1970, embodies his radical exploration of light, color, and elemental forces. It exemplifies Piene’s mastery in blending abstraction with sensory impact.

Hand-signed and numbered in pencil by the artist in the lower left corner. 

Professionally framed, mounted floating in a custom-made, acid-free passe-partout and presented in a deep, handcrafted wooden frame, made in the Netherlands, with UltraVue® ArtGlass, offering maximum clarity, UV protection, and minimal reflection.
Size framed : approx. 50 x 60 cm

The artwork features two opposing circular forms—one bright and radiant, the other dark and absorbing—set against a vivid orange background. 

The interplay of light and shadow, rendered in Piene’s signature sprayed-dot technique, suggests celestial phenomena such as solar eclipses or cosmic dualities.

Otto Piene (1928–2014) was a pivotal figure in post-war European art and co-founder of the influential ZERO group, which sought to redefine art through light, air, and movement. Piene’s innovative practice involved fire paintings, sky art, and kinetic installations that challenged traditional boundaries. 

His works have been exhibited in major institutions worldwide, including the Guggenheim Museum, the Centre Pompidou, and the Stedelijk Museum.