
Untitled
1980
This abstract composition employs a grid like structure of soft, overlapping rectangles in pale blues, whites, and creams, creating a luminous and ethereal atmosphere. Graphite lines delineate the geometric forms with subtle precision, while the acrylic medium allows for delicate layering and atmospheric blending. The work demonstrates a restrained color palette and contemplative approach to abstraction, inviting the viewer to consider spatial relationships and the interplay between structure and sensibility. The composition evokes a sense of quiet introspection, balancing geometric rigor with expressive, gestural marks.
- Medium
- acrylic and graphite on paper
- Overall
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
Notes
Contemporary Day Auction, Sotheby's, sale on 2026-05-15.
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Contemporary Day Auction
May 15, 2026
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