Artwork
Red Square
Red Square is a print by Lidie Gallais. It dates from 2008 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The work consists of a square format rendered entirely in red tones, interspersed with darker and lighter patches that create a textured, non‑uniform surface. The composition is abstract, relying on geometric forms and gestural marks that suggest movement across the plane.
Subject & Meaning
Absent any representational imagery, the piece invites viewers to consider the interplay of color and form. The varying shades of red, combined with occasional gold‑hued accents, generate a visual rhythm that can be read as an exploration of energy and dynamism within a confined space.
Technique & Style
Executed as a print, the artwork employs layered applications of pigment to achieve a patchwork effect. The artist manipulates the medium to produce both crisp geometric edges and looser, scribbled gestures, juxtaposing precision with spontaneity in a single visual field.
Context
Created within the broader trend of abstract geometric experimentation, the piece reflects a focus on color modulation and surface texture. Its emphasis on red aligns with a tradition of using the hue to convey intensity, while the gold touches add subtle contrast without disrupting the overall chromatic unity.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lidie Gallais made bold, flat-color prints like Red Square (2008), letting the hue do all the talking.
