{"product_id":"geometrische-vouwvormen-maria-van-elk","title":"Geometrische vouwvormen - Maria van Elk","description":"\u003cp\u003eA minimalist paper collage by Dutch artist Maria van Elk, featuring a sharp, geometric purple form on a textured background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaria van Elk, a Dutch artist active during the latter half of the twentieth century, produced works that engage with the physical properties of paper and the logic of geometric construction. This piece, titled Geometrische vouwvormen, demonstrates her interest in the relationship between flat surfaces and spatial manipulation. The composition consists of a singular, irregular polygon rendered in a deep, saturated purple hue, set against a lighter, textured paper background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work functions through the reduction of visual information. By stripping away representational elements, van Elk directs the viewer to the materiality of the paper and the precision of the cut edges. The purple form occupies the majority of the frame, creating a tension between the positive shape and the surrounding negative space. The texture of the paper remains visible, adding a tactile quality that contrasts with the sharp, calculated lines of the geometric form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Elk often explored the process of folding and cutting as a means to investigate structural possibilities. In this instance, the form appears as a result of a deliberate, systematic approach to composition. The work avoids unnecessary ornamentation, relying instead on the clarity of its shape and the choice of colour to establish its presence. This approach aligns with the broader concerns of minimalist practice, where the object is presented without external reference or narrative. The work invites an examination of how simple geometric interventions can alter the perception of a two-dimensional plane. By focusing on the interaction between the purple shape and its support, the artist creates a quiet, analytical study of form and balance. The piece remains a clear example of her methodical approach to artistic production, where the act of making is as significant as the final visual result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/untitled-geometric-study-1969-harvey-quaytman\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUntitled (Geometric Study, 1969) - Harvey Quaytman — Harvey Quaytman\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/eend-jan-roeland\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEend - Jan Roeland — Jan Roeland\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Maria Alma van Elk","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58782220288335,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58782321377615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58782321410383,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58782321443151,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58782321475919,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58782321508687,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58782321541455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58782321574223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58782321606991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58782321639759,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58782321672527,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58782321705295,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Geometrische-vouwvormen_Poster_CompositorV1_1789398259125.jpg?v=1789398551","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/sv\/products\/geometrische-vouwvormen-maria-van-elk","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}