The artwork, titled “18 Colors (Cincinnati)” by Ellsworth Kelly, was created in 1982. This piece belongs to the Color Field Painting movement, known for its focus on large expanses of a single color. As an abstract genre work, it emphasizes pure, unmodulated areas of color, arranged in a structured and minimalist manner.
The artwork comprises a series of eighteen colored squares arranged in two horizontal rows. Each square is distinct, presenting a different hue ranging from neutrals like black to vibrant tones such as red, blue, and yellow. The squares are evenly spaced, set against a white background, which serves to highlight the vibrancy and purity of each individual color. This symmetrical and orderly arrangement creates a harmonious and balanced visual experience, characteristic of Ellsworth Kelly’s abstract and minimalist aesthetic.
