Number 11 by John McLaughlin (1964) — Poster

Geometric forms float in silent equilibrium. John McLaughlin’s Number 11 arranges rectangles and bars with the precision of a mathematician and the soul of a poet. The canvas breathes with restraint, each element placed as if following an unheard rhythm. The composition balances muted golds against soft blacks, their edges crisp and deliberate. Negative space hums between the shapes, suggesting depth without illusion. A horizontal band anchors the design, its weight countered by the levity of smaller forms suspended above. The interplay of scale and position creates a visual harmony, quiet yet deliberate. This poster suits a study or hallway where contemplation finds room to unfold.