“Fifteen Variations on a Single Theme, v. 14” is an artwork created by Max Bill in 1938. The piece is associated with the Concretism art movement and falls within the abstract genre. This particular variation is one of fifteen, displaying the unique creative exploration and repetitive yet distinct nature of the theme.
The artwork presents a series of concentric polygons arranged on a central axis, with lines radiating from the center. Various polygons, such as triangles and other geometric shapes, are nested within each other. The lines and shapes are depicted in multiple vibrant colors including green, blue, cyan, pink, red, and black, creating a sense of depth and complexity. The arrangement of shapes and colors evokes a sense of dynamic symmetry and mathematical precision, in line with the principles of Concretism, which emphasizes clarity, purity, and abstraction. The convergence of lines and varying shapes illustrates Max Bill’s dedication to geometric forms and structured aesthetics.
