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Günther Förg — Untitled
Günther Förg

Untitled

1992

This abstract composition divides the canvas into two distinct horizontal zones. The upper section presents a luminous gray white field with subtle textural variations and atmospheric quality, while the lower half contrasts sharply with deep black brushwork rendered in horizontal strokes. The work exemplifies a minimalist approach to color field painting, emphasizing the dialogue between light and darkness through simple yet evocative formal divisions.

Medium
acrylic and lead on wood
Overall
Location
Sotheby's, New York, NY

Notes

Contemporary Day Auction, Sotheby's, sale on 2026-05-15.

🔨 Auction Lot

Contemporary Day Auction

May 15, 2026

Estimate: $80,000 to $120,000

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Günther Förg, Untitled, 1992

This abstract composition divides the canvas into two distinct horizontal zones. The upper section presents a luminous gray white field with subtle textural variations and atmospheric quality, while the lower half contrasts sharply with deep black brushwork rendered in horizontal strokes. The work exemplifies a minimalist approach to color field painting, emphasizing the dialogue between light and darkness through simple yet evocative formal divisions.

Medium
acrylic and lead on wood
Dimensions
overall: 149.9 x 109.9 cm
Year
1992
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Contemporary Abstraction, Horizontal Division, Black And White, Color Field, Monochromatic Contrast, Acrylic Painting, Abstract Minimalism

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