Vera Molnar (Hungarian-French, 1924–2023) Gothique series (blue-red-lilac), 1989
Plotterdrawing / Ink on Paper
35 × 8 cm
Collection of Bre Pettis
PION.2018.003
Description
Vera Molnár’s Gothique series translates the vertical rhythms and structural elegance of Gothic architecture into a refined geometric language. In the blue-red-lilac compositions, elongated bands of color evoke the soaring lines of cathedral columns, stained glass, and architectural tracery while remaining grounded in the artist’s systematic and algorithmic approach. Through carefully calibrated repetition, spacing, and subtle variation, Molnár creates a visual cadence that feels both austere and lyrical.