“Abstract Painting” by Vanessa Bell, created in 1914, is an oil-on-canvas artwork belonging to the Abstract Art movement, specifically within the genre of abstract painting. It is currently housed in Tate Britain, London, UK.
The artwork is characterized by its use of bold, geometric shapes and contrasting colors. Dominated by a mustard-yellow background, it features a vertical arrangement of colored rectangles along the left side, transitioning from maroon at the top to different shades of blue and green below. Towards the center-right of the composition, a solitary red rectangle stands out prominently. In the upper right corner, a pale pink square punctuates the composition, adding a subtle contrast to the vibrant and earthy tones dominating the piece. The simplicity and balance of forms in the artwork reflect the essence of abstract art, highlighting color, shape, and composition over representational accuracy.
