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Untitled, by Josef Albers, oil, 1951

Untitled

Josef Albers

1951

oil

paperboard

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1951 oil by Josef Albers, a Abstract Expressionism work, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Josef Albers
When & what style?
1951 · Abstract Expressionism
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting features a series of concentric squares, with the largest square in a golden brown color. Inside this square is a white square, followed by a light beige square, and then a gray square at the center. The squares are arranged in a harmonious and balanced composition, creating a sense of depth and visual interest. The use of different colors and shapes adds to the overall aesthetic appeal of the painting. If you're interested in exploring more works by this artist, check out the works of Josef Albers.

About the artist

Portrait of Josef Albers
Artist

Josef Albers

Josef Albers ( AL-bərz, US also AHL-, German: ; March 19, 1888 – March 25, 1976) was a German-born American artist and educator who is considered one of the most influential 20th-century art teachers in the United States.

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