The painting presents Jan Berdyszak's innovative approach to the integral format, where the image is not limited to the canvas surface but interacts with its surroundings. The composition features two circles connected by a vertical element that unites them both coloristically and formally. The painting shows dynamic relationships between forms – the circles may attract or repel each other, merge, or break apart. This work explores the theme of space as an element opening to the environment, breaking traditional painting boundaries.

Portrait of the Creator

  • Artist

    Jan Berdyszak

  • Date of birth and death

    15 June 1934 – 18 September 2014

  • Natinality

    Polish

  • Style

    Conceptual art, installation, sculpture, painting, graphics

  • Significant works

    Double Circles, Circle Compositions, Transparent series, Photographic Reinstallations, Installation art

Information about the work

  • Year:

    1962

  • Execution technique:

    oil on canvas

  • Location:

    Poznań, private collection

  • Theme:

    space, openness, construction of the painting, dynamics of geometric forms

Internal Narrative and Creative Framework

  • Inner Narrative

    The 'Double Circles' cycle symbolizes the confrontation and coexistence of form and void, between the visible and invisible, as well as the relationship of the painting with its space and surroundings.

The key to interpreting the work

Observe the mutual relationships – attraction, repulsion, penetration between the circles, become intrigued by the space beyond the canvas and its influence on the perception of the work.

Auction information

  • Estimated price:

    250 000 - 400 000 zł

  • Auction price:

    370 000 zł

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Composition of Circles LIII, 1969-70

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  • Year: 1969-1970
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Composition, 1971

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  • Year: 1971
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Requiem VIII, 1967

  • Artist: Jan Berdyszak
  • Year: 1967
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Double Circle V, 1962

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  • Year: 1962
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Composition of Circles No. XXVI, 1963

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  • Year: 1963
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Double Circles, 1962

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  • Year: 1962
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