Canto II (1964) by Barnett Newman

Canto II - Barnett Newman - 1964

Artwork Information

TitleCanto II
ArtistBarnett Newman
Date1964
Art MovementColor Field Painting

About Canto II

The artwork “Canto II,” created by Barnett Newman in 1964, is a part of the Color Field Painting movement and falls under the abstract genre. As a piece of the “18 Cantos” series, it exemplifies Newman’s characteristic approach to color and minimalism.

The artwork is dominated by a vast black field, which is disrupted by a singular vertical strip of vibrant blue running down the center. The sharp contrast between the black background and the blue stripe creates a striking visual effect, embodying Newman’s signature style of exploring spatial relationships through the use of color and form. The simplicity and precision of the composition invite contemplation and highlight the emotional and expressive potential of color.

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