
Untitled
1960
This watercolor composition features a striking vertical structure composed of vibrant prismatic colors set against a dominant red field. A narrow band of layered hues, including purple, green, yellow, and blue, creates a luminous core that contrasts sharply with the surrounding scarlet washes. The artist has employed loose, gestural brushwork that allows the paper to show through in places, creating a sense of atmospheric depth and movement. The interplay between the intense red saturation and the delicate chromatic center suggests themes of energy, light, or spiritual passage.
- Medium
- watercolor on paper
- Overall
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
Notes
Contemporary Day Auction, Sotheby's, sale on 2026-05-15.
🔨 Auction Lot
Contemporary Day Auction
May 15, 2026
Estimate: $80,000 – $120,000
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