“The Station of the Cross – Tenth Station,” created in 1965 by Barnett Newman, is an artwork categorized under the Color Field Painting movement and falls within the genre of abstract art.
The artwork is characterized by a minimalist approach, predominantly featuring large planes of nearly uniform, muted colors. It employs a simple yet profound use of space and form, with a stark, vertical format that is void of intricate details or representational elements. The composition is dominated by pale, nearly merging tones, likely intended to evoke an emotional response through its sheer simplicity. As with many works in the Color Field Painting style, Newman’s creation invites viewers to experience the profound through the subtle interplay of color, light, and scale.