Untitled
- Artist
- Clyfford Still
- Date
- 1959
- Style
- Color field painting
- Genre
- Abstract
- Location
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)
Clyfford Still’s Untitled (1959) exemplifies his pioneering work in Abstract expressionism, characterized by bold, spontaneous brushwork and a profound sense of emotion. As a leading figure in Color field painting, Still explores vast expanses of colors through thick layers of oil paint. This piece abandons representational forms, emphasizing pure color and texture to evoke visceral responses. The absence of a title invites viewers to interpret the work freely, embracing the powerful, unmediated presence of Still’s abstract language.