Work No. 436

'Work No. 436' by Martin Creed (2005) exemplifies Minimalism through its simplicity and focus on basic elements. The artwork features a single, unadorned light switch that the viewer is invited to turn on or off, emphasizing the act itself over any representational content. Creed's approach highlights the Abstract concept of everyday objects transforming into art through context and perception. By engaging viewers directly, the piece challenges traditional notions of art's meaning, emphasizing simple, repetitive actions and the significance of mundane objects in an Abstract artistic practice.