The artwork entitled “To Stop the Cry” was created by Zao Wou-Ki in 1994. It belongs to the Art Informel movement and is classified as abstract.
The artwork features a predominantly monochromatic palette with expressive, flowing ink patterns. It consists of wisps and blobs of black ink against a white background, forming an ephemeral, almost spontaneous composition. The abstract shapes evoke a sense of movement and emotion, characteristic of Zao Wou-Ki’s style. The lack of defined forms allows viewers to interpret it individually, embodying the essence of abstract art. The overall impression is one of dynamic stillness, where the viewer is drawn into the interaction of contrasting shades and the flow between them.
