Collection: ATUH Page 066 - Identity Tachism Intersection Collection

The artwork titled Identity Tachism Intersection is a vertical Tachism style painting, rich with symbolic interpretation of The Personal as Political theme. Tachism, derived from the French word tache meaning stain, is reflected here in the painting s abstract, spontaneous brushwork, which is characteristic of this mid-20th-century European art movement. In the foreground, the central focus is on the profiles of two human faces gazing in opposite directions, created with a mosaic of shapes and colors that suggest a complex layering of identity. The face on the left side is painted with warm hues of brown, red, and orange, while the face on the right side is cast in cool shades of blue, white, and gray. The contrasting colors may express the multifaceted nature of personal identity and the duality inherent in the public and private spheres of life. The background features a cityscape-like grid of rectangles and squares, contributing to the abstract urban feel of the piece. On both sides, the grid creates a striking contrast with the curvilinear silhouette of the faces, reinforcing the juxtaposition between individuality and the collective society. The merger of faces and the geometric background might imply the intersection between individual experiences and larger social and political structures, suggesting that personal choices and expressions are deeply influenced and shaped by external societal factors. Overall, the painting is a thought-provoking visual representation of the interconnectedness of self and society.