The artwork, titled “Beginnings,” was created by Helen Frankenthaler in 2002. It falls under the art movements of Abstract Expressionism and Lyrical Abstraction, and it belongs to the genre of abstract art.
“Beginnings” presents an array of gestural, vibrant forms and colors that intermingle fluidly across the canvas. The composition is marked by a striking play of washes and stains, characteristic of Frankenthaler’s innovative technique of color field painting. Dominant hues of red, orange, yellow, and green intermingle with delicate shades of purple and blue, creating a dynamic yet harmonious visual experience. The juxtaposition of vibrant colors and subtle gradients evokes a sense of spontaneity and controlled elegance, capturing the viewer’s attention with its painterly and emotive abstract forms.
