“Yellow and Blue,” created by Ellsworth Kelly in 1951, is an abstract artwork that belongs to the Hard Edge Painting movement. The artwork features a straightforward, yet impactful composition typical of this art movement, delineating sharp, geometric forms with clear divides between colors.
The artwork itself consists of two distinct horizontal planes of color: the upper portion is a uniform yellow, while the lower portion is a solid deep blue. The division between these two colors is sharply defined, creating a stark contrast and highlighting the pure chromatic essence of each section. The simplicity of the composition underscores the deliberate and meticulous approach characteristic of Hard Edge Painting, emphasizing the interplay of pure color fields without any representation or figuration.
