The artwork titled “Throwing Three Balls in the Air to Get a Straight Line” was created by John Baldessari in 1973. As part of the Conceptual Art movement, this piece is classified under the photo genre.
The artwork depicts three red balls suspended in mid-air against a stark blue sky, appearing to form a near-straight line. The scene is complemented by two tall palm trees in the background, which add a naturalistic element to the composition. The image captures a moment of equilibrium and chance, embodying the artist’s exploration of concepts over aesthetics.
