Bb Minor - Variation 8 — Acrylic on Wood Panel by Arnaud Quercy

About This Artwork

This work explores the visual translation of the Bb minor triad through harmonic-chromatic mapping, part of the Harmonic Crossing collection. The piece transforms the chord tones Bb, Db, and F into their corresponding color equivalents, creating a visual representation of harmonic relationships. The composition investigates how musical structures can manifest through color theory and spatial arrangement.

Red-orange tones dominate the surface, with brown and russet forms creating the primary visual mass. Light pink areas provide substantial presence in the upper regions, while darker red-orange elements anchor the lower portions. Small accent areas of blue-green, violet, and orange appear as precise geometric shapes, creating focal points that correspond to specific harmonic functions. The acrylic medium on wood panel allows for clean color boundaries and precise geometric relationships.

The work measures 30 × 40 cm and weighs approximately 0.8 kg, executed in acrylic on wood panel support. Certificate of authenticity number 20241201-0213 accompanies the piece. This variation represents the eighth exploration in the harmonic research series, demonstrating the artist's systematic approach to translating musical structures into visual form. The compact format concentrates the harmonic relationships into an intimate viewing experience.