Major 2nd Interval - Reflexions 12

Major 2nd Interval - Reflexions 12 — Arnaud Quercy
Major 2nd Interval - Reflexions 12 — Arnaud Quercy
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  • Medium: Watercolor on Paper
  • Dimensions: 16.0 × 24.0 cm
  • Weight: 0.0 kg
  • Date: 2024
  • Location: France
  • Certificate of Authenticity: N°20240718-0171
  • Catalogue Number: AQC0675
  • Collection: Synesthetic Explorations
  • Availability: Sold

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This painting explores the Second interval (D, E) through the interplay of colors: orange for D, with shades of orange such as beige, brown, and shades of yellow for E. By translating musical notes into visual elements, the artist bridges sound and sight, creating a harmonious composition that reflects the essence of the Second. The geometric shapes and layered colors symbolize the structured yet expressive nature of musical harmony, offering a visual representation of auditory beauty. This piece is part of the synesthetic collection where the artist maps colors to the circle of fifths, merging the sensory experiences of color and music. In music, the second interval spans two letter names and includes two half steps (major second), creating a sense of movement and tension. It is often used to convey motion and progression within a melody. In this painting, the second interval's dynamic nature is visually represented through the contrast and harmony of orange and yellow, along with various shades of orange, reflecting the interval's role in creating musical flow and tension.

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synesthetic art chromesthetic mapping musical intervals watercolor painting geometric abstraction color theory sound visualization contemporary art

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