1950-K-No. 1
- Artist
- Clyfford Still
- Date
- 1950
- Style
- Color field painting
- Genre
- Abstract
- Location
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)
"1950-K-No. 1" by Clyfford Still exemplifies his pioneering approach to Abstract art within the Color field painting movement. Created in 1950, the work showcases Still's mastery of oil on canvas, emphasizing bold, expansive fields of color and dynamic textures. As an influential American artist, Still's technique incorporates vigorous application and layered depths, emphasizing expressive spontaneity. The title, referencing a series or categorization, reflects Still’s focus on formal innovation over figurative content, positioning his work as a vital exploration of color and form in the mid-20th century.