A Minor - Variations 10 — Acrylic on Paper by Arnaud Quercy

About This Artwork

Arnaud Quercy translates the A Minor triad into color through chromesthetic mapping, exploring how musical harmony manifests visually. This work forms part of the Synesthetic Explorations collection, where each piece investigates the relationship between specific musical structures and their corresponding color expressions. The composition examines the fundamental triad of A, C, and E through a systematic approach to color-sound correspondence.

Orange tones dominate the composition, appearing in warm variations from bright orangered to softer burlywood and tan. These colors occupy substantial areas of the surface, creating the primary harmonic foundation. Yellow accents appear in wheat and gold tones, while red emerges through a subtle lightpink accent. White provides contrast in select areas, and darker browns anchor the composition. The geometric forms organize these colors into distinct sections, with a prominent circular element and rectangular divisions creating clear spatial relationships.

The acrylic on paper measures 10.5 × 15.0 cm and weighs 0.1 kg, positioning it as Variation 10 within the broader research series. Certificate of authenticity number 20251123-0065 accompanies the work, with the artist's signature located at bottom right. The piece demonstrates Quercy's systematic investigation into how musical intervals translate into visual color relationships, building upon established chromesthetic principles while maintaining the intimate scale characteristic of his piano study translations.