The artwork “PH-1023” by Clyfford Still, dating from 1976, is a quintessential piece within the Color Field Painting movement, belonging to the genre of abstract art.
The artwork showcases a dramatic interplay of bold, jagged forms executed in a limited palette of colors. Large swathes of dark, opaque pigments dominate the composition, interspersed with contrasting sections of vivid red, deep black, and stark white. The pigments appear to have been applied with a gestural technique, resulting in textures that convey depth and tension. The shapes are irregular and amorphous, creating an impactful visual experience that evokes a sense of dynamism and emotional intensity.
