The artwork titled “September,” created by Gerhard Richter in 2005, belongs to the New European Painting movement and represents a figurative genre. This piece captures a poignant moment through its abstracted and textured depiction, evoking a powerful emotional response.
The artwork showcases the Twin Towers, rendered with a blurred and almost ethereal quality, evoking the traumatic and somber memory associated with the September 11 attacks. The towers are portrayed through overlapping, smeared layers of paint, creating an impression of movement and instability. The use of a muted, gray palette contrasts with hints of sky blue and white, emphasizing the fleeting nature of memory and the profound impact of the event it commemorates. The overall composition, with its fragmented and indistinct imagery, imbues the viewer with a sense of reflection and mourning.
