The artwork titled “River Rocks and Smoke, #1, 4/11/90” was created by John Cage in the year 1990. This piece belongs to the Abstract Expressionism movement and falls under the genre of abstract art.
The artwork presents a composition characterized by a central smoky beige area that appears to be textured, possibly alluding to the presence of smoke or mist. Below this cloud-like formation, there are a series of curvilinear and linear elements in varying tones of purple, green, yellow, and red. These elements seem to be almost floating or dancing on the canvas, evoking a sense of rhythmic movement. The background of the artwork is stark white, which accentuates the visual impact of the central colors and forms. The overall composition exudes a sense of ethereal tranquility and abstract contemplation, typical of the Abstract Expressionism movement.
