Ulrich Erben Düsseldorf, b. 1940

Ulrich Erben’s work, rooted in post-war German experimentation within geometric abstraction, has developed a formal language centered on the exploration of color as a primary element. By using mainly acrylics and various pigments, he creates colorful paintings that explore how color influences the perception of space. His artistic journey has evolved through various bodies of work that reflect an increasingly refined and conceptual approach to the use of color, light, and spatial dimension. Despite the precise geometric forms, such as squares or rectangles, his works often maintain a poetic and emotional quality, evoking a spiritual dimension. Inspired by the landscapes of Italy and the Lower Rhine, his compositions, with central lines echoing horizons, explore spatial dynamics and deepen the dialogue between light, surface, and color. Through this, Erben examines how these elements interact within the artwork and its surrounding environment.