The artwork in question, titled “Untitled (SF71-045),” was created by artist Sam Francis in the year 1971. This piece is rendered using acrylic on paper and falls within the genres of Color Field Painting and Post-Painterly Abstraction, known for their focus on color and form in abstract, non-representational compositions. The genre of the artwork is abstract.
The composition of the artwork features vibrant colors that are applied in expressive and dynamic forms. The use of acrylic on paper allows for a rich texture and depth, with layers of varying translucency and opacity contributing to the overall effect. The artwork showcases Francis’s characteristic style, using a seemingly random yet deliberate arrangement of colors and shapes that evoke emotional responses and a sense of movement. The absence of identifiable figures or objects directs the viewer’s attention entirely to the interplay of colors and their spatial arrangement, embodying the principles of post-painterly abstraction and color field painting methodologies.
