Untitled
1971
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1971
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting features a predominantly white background with a prominent brick wall at the bottom, painted in red with black grout. The wall is depicted in a simplified, two-dimensional style. Above the wall, various red, pink, and black shapes are scattered, some of which resemble bricks or boxes. One shape near the top appears to be a large, red box with a black outline. The painting's color palette is muted, with the exception of a single yellow shape on the right side. The overall effect is one of simplicity and restraint, with the artist using bold shapes and colors to create a sense of depth and texture. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of bold shapes and colors, you might want to explore the work of Philip Guston.