Josef Albers was a German-born American artist and theorist whose pioneering work in colour and geometry made him one of the key figures of 20th-century modernism. Born in Bottrop in 1888, Albers studied at the Bauhaus and later emigrated to the United States, where he taught at Black Mountain College and Yale.
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Homage to the Square
Albers is best known for his long-running series Homage to the Square, where he explored the interaction of colour through nested squares in seemingly simple but meticulously planned compositions. His ideas laid the groundwork for colour theory in modern art and design, and his pedagogical texts, such as Interaction of Color, remain influential.
Lasting Impact
Albers exhibited worldwide and is represented in major institutions, including MoMA and the Tate. His analytical yet lyrical approach to form and hue continues to inspire artists, designers and architects. His legacy bridges Europe’s Bauhaus heritage with American abstraction.