Gallery Edition – I sol og skygge by Jul. Hess & Co. – 44×59 Interior Architectural Study

Curatorial Narrative In the early 1920s, Jul. Hess & Co.’s “I sol og skygge” exemplified the Art Deco movement’s affinity for geometric abstraction and modernist ideals. The linear brushwork employed by the artist creates a sense of dynamism, as if the very structure of the scene is in motion. By juxtaposing black, white, and gray hues, Hess achieves a high degree of chromatic contrast, imbuing the composition with an almost sculptural quality.As “I sol og skygge” is scaled up to its original size of 44×59 inches, the spatial rhythm established by the artist becomes even more pronounced. The use of black as a dominant color creates a sense of atmospheric weight, drawing the viewer’s eye into the composition while also grounding it in a sense of materiality. When paired with luxurious materials such as matte black lacquer or high-gloss white marble, the artwork’s chromatic structure assumes an almost three-dimensional quality, as if