Géométrie abstraite

Géométrie abstraite is a tapestry by Emile Gilioli, woven at the Atelier Pinton in Aubusson. The work reflects his sculptural approach to form, where composition is built through mass, balance, and the relationship between solid elements.

The image is structured around a series of vertical forms that dominate the surface. These elements are sharply defined and arranged with a clear sense of weight, giving the composition a grounded, architectural presence. Rather than suggesting movement, the forms hold their position, creating a stable and deliberate arrangement.

Planes of color intersect across the surface in a controlled manner. Deep blues and blacks form the underlying field, while areas of white and yellow introduce contrast. These lighter sections do not act as decoration, but as points of emphasis—defining edges, interrupting larger masses, and guiding the eye through the composition.

The transitions between shapes are abrupt. Angled lines and broken edges create tension between adjacent planes, preventing the image from becoming static. Despite this, the composition remains balanced, with each section contributing to an overall sense of equilibrium.

There is no central figure or narrative. Instead, the work is experienced through its structure—how each element relates to the others in scale, position, and color.

Géométrie abstraite is direct and material in its approach. It translates Gilioli’s sculptural thinking into textile form, where weight, contrast, and proportion define the composition without reliance on representation.