Cool White
- Artist
- Lee Krasner
- Date
- 1959
- Style
- Abstract expressionism
- Genre
- Abstract
- Location
- National Gallery of Australia (NGA)
Lee Krasner's 1959 work, Cool White, exemplifies her significant contribution to Abstract expressionism. Known for her dynamic compositions, Krasner utilizes bold gestures and textured surfaces to evoke emotion through form rather than figurative representation. This Abstract piece employs Oil paint to explore the subtleties of white and cool tones, creating a nuanced interplay of light and shadow. The title Cool White reflects the restrained palette and the work’s calm yet powerful presence, highlighting Krasner’s mastery of balance and movement within the abstract genre.
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