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Three Pattern Interference- Op Art, Geometric photography, Optical art

Creator: Enzo Ragazzini
Offered by: Arco Gallery

Description
Limited edition of 10. Printed on Hahnemuhle Fine Art Baryta 325g Archival Paper. Dated and signed with the certificate of authenticity.

This striking 1969 photograph offers an immersive optical experience, combining vibrant color gradients with meticulously arranged interference patterns. The central circular form, alive with radiant shades of yellow, orange, red, and blue, draws the viewer into a rhythmic visual journey that transforms light and geometry into a mesmerizing illusion of movement. The piece blurs the boundaries between photography and Op Art, recalling the kinetic energy found in works by Victor Vasarely and Bridget Riley, yet it stands apart due to its mathematical precision and photographic depth.

For art enthusiasts and interior designers seeking bold statement pieces, this work brings a dynamic, hypnotic effect to any space. Its blend of geometry and color provides an engaging visual texture that enhances minimalist and modern interiors. The photograph's ability to play with light and perception creates a unique atmosphere, making it ideal for spaces that aim to captivate and inspire. Whether in a living room, office, or gallery, this work stands out as a fusion of fine art and optical experimentation, perfect for those looking to merge aesthetics and intellectual intrigue.

Enzo Ragazzini (Italian, b. 1934) is one of the most complex figures among the world photographers of our time, bridging the creative languages of optical photography and photographic reportage. His photography career started in the darkroom, working for famous architects like Pier Luigi Nervi and Gae Aulenti. In 1958, he started experimenting with new techniques and creating works, making him a pioneer of optical art. In 1965, his first exhibition, at the Einaudi Bookstore in Rome, was devoted to optical art and graphic research and organized in conjunction with the exhibition The Responsive Eye at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. With his first separation of color tones, exhibited at the Milan Triennial in 1963, Ragazzini anticipates Andy Warhol's Marylin Monroe and parallels the Pop-art experience; Alan Aldridge will commission him three photographs for the Beatles Illustrated Lyrics, a book published by Aldridge in 1969. After moving to London, Ragazzini started working in reportage photography, and in 1970, he photographed the last Pop-festival on the Isle of Wight. Among his most important projects is a reportage titled "The Tropics Before the Engine," done for the Italian multinational transport vehicle Iveco. The reportage will become the subject of an exhibition in 1988 at the International Center of Photography curated by Cornell Capa.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Period:	New
Condition:	New.
Styles / Movements:	Contemporary
Dealer Reference #:	ER007
Incollect Reference #:	752124

Dimensions

W.	20 in;	H.	20 in;
W.	50.8 cm;	H.	50.8 cm;

Message from Seller:

Arco Gallery, founded in 2013 by Valentina Puccioni, offers a truly personalized art experience in the heart of SoHo, NYC. Located in a historic loft and open by appointment only, the gallery provides exclusive, intimate viewings, away from the mainstream gallery scene. P: 212.226.1207 E: valentina@arcogallery.com