Axel Vervoordt Gallery is pleased to showcase White Cube (1990) by the German artist Otto Piene. As an influential artist whose explorations of invisible forces such as light and magnetism invite deep reflection on energy, space, and perception, Piene’s White Cube (1990) stand as a key example of his unique approach, where the boundary between the visible and the unseen is delicately navigated. The artist challenges the viewer to engage with these forces in new and profound ways, reshaping our understanding of the world around us.

Otto Piene’s White Cube is a mesmerizing light sculpture that transforms the gallery into a dynamic and ethereal environment. The interplay of light and shadow evokes a sense of motion and fluidity, creating a space that is both expansive and immersive. Piene, a co-founder of the German ZERO group, sought to break away from traditional artistic boundaries and engage viewers in an active dialogue with the forces of nature. The work, with its continuous projections and subtle variations of light, speaks to Piene’s belief in art as a medium for renewal and optimism—a beacon of hope that expands beyond the confines of the physical world. For Piene, light was not just an aesthetic element; it was a symbolic force capable of transforming perception, expanding the viewer’s awareness, and allowing them to experience space in a new and liberating way.

Artists: Otto Piene