This essay compares two works of art by the artist Louise Nevelson.

Louise Nevelson; a Legacy Louise Nevelson is a milestone in the history of modern art. Her unique and modern pieces have become staples for in the definition of junk art, reinventing the uses for simple objects and turning them into stunning masterpieces. Jennifer Blessings critique of Nevelson's 'White Vertical Water' and 'Luminous Zag; Night' seem to understand many of the strong elements in her work, yet fail to describe the grandeur scale of intimidation such …

…layers in the upper-right squares, which recall the work of Jean Arp, suggest squirming fish. The materials and wall-like structure of Nevelson's monumental sculptures are akin to the fundamental elements of architecture, through which she created metaphorical analogies to urban and natural environments. Jennifer Blessing Luminous Zag: Night, 1971. Painted wood, 105 boxes, 120 x 193 x 10 3/4 inches overall. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, Gift, Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Singer. 77.2325.a-.bbbb. Louise Nevelson © 2001 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.