1947-R-No. 1

'1947-R-No. 1' by Clyfford Still exemplifies his early transition from representational art to abstract painting, a shift he undertook between 1938 and 1942, making him a pioneer of abstract expressionism. The painting features bold, spontaneous gestures and a dynamic interplay of oil-based textures, embodying the movement's emphasis on emotional intensity and individual expression. Still’s work diverges from the figurative trends of the time, focusing instead on visceral abstraction. '1947-R-No. 1' captures the raw power and innovative spirit that define Still's contribution to this transformative art movement in the years following World War II.