“Red Orange White Green Blue” is an abstract artwork created by Ellsworth Kelly in 1968. This painting is classified under the Color Field Painting and Hard Edge Painting movements within the abstract genre.
The artwork features a simple yet captivating composition of five vertical stripes, each displaying a distinct, bold color: red, orange, white, green, and blue. The clean, sharp lines and solid blocks of color exemplify the characteristics of Hard Edge Painting, emphasizing clarity and precision. The vibrant palette presents a striking visual impact, characteristic of the Color Field Painting movement, which focuses on large fields of flat, solid color spreading across the canvas. This piece not only highlights the purity of color but also the artist’s exploration of form and space.
