“Brooklyn Bridge VII,” created by Ellsworth Kelly in 1962, is an exemplary piece within the Hard Edge Painting movement, situating itself firmly in the realm of abstract art.
The artwork consists of a tall, vertical canvas, dominated by a stark contrast between deep navy blue and bright white colors. The scene is simplified into bold shapes, with two symmetrical, curving white lines running parallel through the center against the dark backdrop, reminiscent of the structural form and elegance of the Brooklyn Bridge. The lines diverge as they approach the top and bottom edges of the canvas, creating a sense of dynamic movement and spatial depth. This deliberate minimalism and clarity in composition underscore the principles of Hard Edge Painting, emphasizing color clarity and precise geometric forms.
