Untitled
- Artist
- Clyfford Still
- Date
- 1960
- Style
- Color field painting
- Genre
- Abstract
- Location
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)
Clyfford Still's Untitled (1960) exemplifies his pioneering approach to Abstract art, characterized by bold, expansive color fields that emphasize raw emotion and form. As a leading figure in Color field painting, Still employs oil on canvas to create layered, luminous surfaces that evoke depth and intensity. The lack of a defined subject or narrative aligns with his exploration of pure abstraction, inviting viewers to engage directly with the visceral power of color and composition. The title Untitled echoes this emphasis on the work’s non-representational essence, fostering an open-ended interpretation.