The artwork, titled “Two Whites,” was created by Ellsworth Kelly in 1959. It is a representation of the Minimalism art movement and is classified within the abstract genre.
In the artwork, Kelly utilizes a restrained and minimal color palette, focusing primarily on white. The composition features one large central rectangular form, oriented diagonally, set against a subtly differentiated off-white background. The simplicity and purity of form emphasize the essence of Minimalism, seeking to strip away unnecessary elements and highlight the interplay of geometric shapes and color. The artwork’s deliberate use of transparency and layering invokes a quiet contemplation of space, form, and the intrinsic beauty found within minimalistic expression.
