The artwork, titled “Untitled” by Etel Adnan, was created between 1965 and 1970. It is an oil painting on linen mounted on board, identified with the Color Field Painting movement and categorized as abstract art.
The artwork prominently features a base of natural linen fabric upon which vibrant rectangular patches of color are arranged. The predominant element is a broad horizontal band of vivid red stretching across the middle. Below this red band, five smaller rectangles of varying colors—black, yellow, red, and green—are clustered together, creating a dynamic and somewhat irregular arrangement. The rough edges and the textured application of paint contribute to the piece’s abstract quality, suggesting a sense of spontaneity and freedom. The rawness of the exposed linen background contrasts sharply with the solid, bold blocks of color, emphasizing an interplay between the natural and the artificial.
