The artwork, entitled “Africa 6,” was created by Robert Motherwell in 1970. It falls within the Abstract Expressionism and Lyrical Abstraction movements and belongs to the abstract genre.
The artwork features a prominent, bold black shape set against an off-white background. The composition is minimalistic yet striking, with an organic form that evokes a sense of spontaneous expression. The black form appears to have been applied with a fluid, gestural quality, characteristic of Motherwell’s style, embodying both the abstract expressionist fervor and lyrical abstraction’s elegance. The stark contrast between the black shape and the neutral background highlights the dynamic tension and balance within the composition.
