XXI 4 - Abracadabra by Uli Lächelt is a compelling painting that explores texture and color through an intense, layered composition. The work’s surface is richly built up with thick, tactile applications of paint that create a rugged, almost sculptural effect. Deep greens and muted reds intermingle beneath a veil of dark, textured overlays, evoking a mysterious and enigmatic atmosphere. The word "ABRACADABRA" inscribed in bold red adds a cryptic element, hinting at themes of magic and transformation. This painting invites contemplation of the hidden and the arcane, with its abstract forms and dynamic interplay of light and shadow suggesting a narrative just beyond reach. The piece stands as a powerful example of expressive abstraction, where technique and concept merge seamlessly.