Cy Twombly’s 1961 work, Bay Of Naples, is an abstract masterpiece that defines the style of Neo-Expressionism. Standing at 241.8 cm by 298.6 cm in dimension, the painting heavily incorporates concepts from graphic design such as the use of organisms like “keywords” for color and pattern. This culminates in a vibrant look with a chaotic yet balanced composition. The painting also consists of angular lines and circles found throughout that create a sense of movement which echoes Twombly’s 2005 work Untitled (Bacchus), 2007’s Untitled (Blooming, A Scattering of Blossoms & Other Things) as well as his mini film Court Métrage and Short Films.
For those wanting to draw inspiration for their own artwork, Cy Twombly’s Bay Of Naples offers a great example of how different themes can be successfully combined with graphic design elements to create an aesthetic worth experiencing. Similarly, Joseph Mallord William Turner’s Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus – Homer’S Odyssey – 1829 is another great example of an abstract masterpiece which serves as a source of inspiration for any creating expressive artwork to this day.
