
Untitled
1961
Norman Lewis's "Untitled" is an abstract oil painting that exemplifies the artist's exploration of gestural abstraction and spatial dynamics on canvas. Working during a period when abstract expressionism dominated American art, Lewis developed a distinctive visual language characterized by rhythmic forms and nuanced color relationships. The work reflects his ongoing investigation into the interplay between spontaneous mark making and compositional control, establishing Lewis as a significant yet historically underrecognized figure in mid century American modernism.
- Medium
- oil on canvas
- Dimensions
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
Notes
Execution: Painted circa 1961. Exhibition History: New York, Bill Hodges Gallery,
🔨 Auction Lot
Modern & Contemporary Art
February 28, 2026
Estimate: $40,000 – $60,000
Sold: $38,700
Lot 16
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