The artwork, titled “The Station of the Cross – Twelfth Station,” was created by Barnett Newman in 1965. It is part of the Color Field Painting movement and belongs to the abstract genre.
The artwork presents a stark composition dominated by vertical divisions. On the left, two narrow white stripes frame a broad expanse of black, creating a powerful contrast. The right side of the artwork features a dynamic interplay between black and white, with fragmented, irregular edges adding a sense of tension and rawness to the composition. The minimalistic use of color and form embodies the essence of Color Field Painting, emphasizing simplicity while evoking deep emotional and spiritual responses.