The artwork, titled “Confrontation No.671 1,” was created by Gerhard Richter in 1988 and belongs to the “18. Oktober 1977 (1988)” series. It is an oil painting on canvas, measuring 112 x 102 cm, representing an aspect of the New European Painting art movement. The work is figurative in nature, depicting a blurred representation of a person.
The artwork exhibits a blurred portrayal of a figure, rendering the subject with indistinct features and creating an unsettling, ghostly presence. The use of grayscale tones contributes to the haunting quality of the painting, invoking a contemplative and somber mood. The juxtaposition of the shadow further enhances the mysterious and ambiguous nature of the figure, reflecting Richter’s unique approach to conceptual and figurative painting. The blurring effect challenges the viewer’s perception, emphasizing the themes of memory and historical representation.
