“Shades of Eternal Night” is a work from the “Fifty Days at Iliam” series, created by Cy Twombly in 1978. This abstract artwork belongs to the Neo-Expressionism movement.
The artwork presents a subtle, cloud-like formation rendered in soft greys and blues, evoking a sense of ethereal depth. Below this amorphous figure, the title “SHADES OF ETERNAL NIGHT” is inscribed in Twombly’s characteristic, almost childlike handwriting. The composition is minimalistic, yet it powerfully captures the contemplative, timeless aura that underpins the artist’s entire series. The contrast between the abstract, dreamlike quality of the imagery and the stark, handwritten text lends the piece a unique, thought-provoking dynamic.
