“Beside the Sea No. 15” is an abstract artwork created by Robert Motherwell in 1962. Executed in oil and on paper, this piece measures 73 x 58 cm and falls within the art movements of Abstract Expressionism and Lyrical Abstraction.
The artwork features a dynamic interplay of colors and forms that evoke a sense of fluidity and movement. A prominent blue form, suggestive of water, sweeps across the upper portion of the composition, with deliberate splatters and drips that emphasize the spontaneity and expressiveness characteristic of Abstract Expressionism. Below, bands of earthy brown and vibrant green create a grounding effect, hinting at a terrestrial landscape without delineating clear forms. The stark contrast between these bold hues and the white background further enhances the sense of abstraction, leaving much to the viewer’s interpretation.
