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Bittersweet presents a compelling interplay between contrast and harmony through its divided composition. One half reveals a dense array of irregular negative spaces that invite glimpses beneath the surface, creating a sense of depth and complexity. Opposite this, a more restrained field is punctuated by a carefully arranged grid of waxed linen ties adorned with small beads, introducing a subtle rhythm that balances spontaneity with precision. The tension between these two areas—one vibrant and textured, the other orderly and minimal—draws attention to the delicate relationship between presence and absence, structure and release. The piece invites contemplation on the coexistence of opposing forces, capturing a nuanced emotional landscape within a deceptively simple yet richly layered design.

Bittersweet

$4,200.00Price
  • Construction

    artist: Ilse Bolle

    size 38" x 31" x 1.5"

    medium: Handmade paper , beads, waxed linen

    style: Contemporary, non-objective

    ready to hang, signed on theback

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