Created in 1961, Charles Alston's *Black and White #7* is an oil on canvas work that reflects the artist's engagement with Abstract Expressionism and his ability to distill form and emotion into a stark, powerful visual language. The composition employs a bold contrast of black and white, using gestural marks and shapes to create a dynamic tension that feels both spontaneous and deeply considered. As one of the pioneering African American artists of his generation, Alston brings a commanding sense of rhythm and balance to the canvas, demonstrating his mastery of abstraction.