“Black Forms,” created by Ellsworth Kelly in 1955, is an abstract artwork of the Hard Edge Painting movement. Characterized by its clear, distinct shapes, this genre emphasizes sharp distinction between colors and forms.
The artwork, titled “Black Forms,” features two contiguous, large, black oval shapes that dominate the composition. Positioned against a pristine white background, these forms exhibit a stark contrast, highlighting their clarity and precision. The way the ovals are placed, closely abutting one another yet maintaining their distinctiveness, exudes a sense of balance and symmetry. This interaction between the black shapes and the white negative space exemplifies the principles of Hard Edge Painting, focusing on simplicity and the purity of form.
