Untitled
1950
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1950
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Untitled is a 1950 oil by Adolf Richard Fleischmann, a Abstract Expressionism work, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting is all sharp angles and bold colors. Thick, straight lines divide the canvas into blocks—some dark brown, others bright yellow or white. A few narrow red and orange strips cut across the shapes, making the whole thing feel busy but balanced. The brushstrokes are visible, adding texture to the flat colors. The artist used thick paint to create these blocks, almost like building with colored panels. The colors don’t mix smoothly; they sit side by side, making the edges stand out. If you like this style, check out impasto.
Adolf Richard Fleischmann (18 March 1892 – 28 January 1968) was a German abstract painter. His late work evolved into constructivism; he is considered a precursor of Op Art.
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