
Painting #6
1973
A luminous, monochromatic panel coated in deep, richly saturated resin, *Painting #6* exemplifies John McCracken's minimalist exploration of color, surface, and light. The smooth, reflective finish creates an almost meditative depth, blurring the boundary between painting and object. McCracken's meticulous application of resin transforms the panel into a radiant field that seems to glow from within.
- Medium
- resin on panel
- Dimensions
- Signed
- Yes
- Spotted At
- Auction House ยท Phillips
Notes
Execution: Executed in 1973. Exhibition History: New York, P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center; Irvine, Fine Arts Gallery, University of California; Newport Beach, Newport Harbor Art Museum; Contemporary Arts Museum Houston,
๐จ Auction Lot
Modern & Contemporary Art
February 28, 2026
Estimate: $80,000 โ $120,000
Sold: $103,200
Lot 62
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