The artwork “93E” by Atsuko Tanaka, created in 1993, is an abstract expressionist piece. Tanaka’s work is renowned for being part of the abstract genre, where the focus is on visual language of shape, form, color, and line to create a composition which may exist with a degree of independence from visual references in the world.
The visual composition of “93E” features a dynamic tangle of intertwined lines and shapes. The lines are thick and bold, rendered in a variety of vibrant colors that crisscross and overlap, creating a sense of depth and movement. The tangled lines and shapes give the impression of a controlled chaos, where each element seems both part of a larger whole and also on its own individual trajectory. The use of color in this artwork is particularly prominent; the bold hues of red, blue, green, and yellow stand out against each other, yet also blend at points of intersection and overlap, which adds complexity to the piece. The overall effect is one of vibrant energy and a feeling of spontaneous creation.
