The artwork titled “Blue Balls V” was painted by Sam Francis in 1962. Executed in oil, this piece falls within the Art Movements of Abstract Expressionism and Lyrical Abstraction. With dimensions measuring 182.9 by 132.1 cm, the artwork embodies the aesthetic principles of its genre, which is abstract.
The artwork presents a dynamic interplay of blue hues, embodying a sense of fluidity and motion. The composition features spherical forms that seem to float and interact within an undefined space, characteristic of Abstract Expressionism and Lyrical Abstraction. The use of blue oil paint dominates the canvas, creating a visually striking and emotive experience, where the lack of definitive shapes or structures allows the viewer’s imagination to wander, interpreting the forms and patterns in unique ways. The piece engages with themes of depth and spatial ambiguity, drawing the viewer into its vibrant, abstract universe.
