Mornington Crescent (1965) by Frank Auerbach

Mornington Crescent - Frank Auerbach - 1965

Artwork Information

TitleMornington Crescent
ArtistFrank Auerbach
Date1965
Mediumoil,board
Art MovementExpressionism
Current LocationTate Britain, London, UK

About Mornington Crescent

The artwork titled “Mornington Crescent” was created by Frank Auerbach in 1965. It is an oil on board painting which embodies the Expressionism art movement. As a cityscape, the artwork encapsulates a vivid urban scene and is part of the collection at Tate Britain, located in London, United Kingdom.

“Mornington Crescent” by Auerbach exudes a palpable intensity through its heavily textured and impasto surfaces. The artwork represents a prominent example of mid-century expressionistic treatment of urban landscapes. Auerbach’s bold, gestural strokes capture the dynamic essence of the London district, reflecting both the physicality of the city’s architecture and the psychological impact of the urban environment. The interplay of light and shadow, as well as the depiction of buildings and other structures, appear both chaotic and structured, suggesting the frenetic energy of city life. Rich, earthy tones blend with streaks of bright color, while the density of the paint creates a three-dimensional effect, inviting viewers to explore the city’s depth and complexity through the interplay of form and color.

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