Composition
- Artist
- Alfred Manessier
- Date
- 1959
- Style
- Lyrical abstraction
- Genre
- Abstract
"Composition" exemplifies Lyrical abstraction, a movement that emerged in the post-war era through European and American paths. Rooted in Abstract art, it reflects a shift toward expressive, free-flowing forms, emphasizing emotion and personal expression over formal structure. European Abstraction Lyrique, originating in Paris and associated with Tachisme, and American Lyrical Abstraction, as described by Larry Aldrich in 1969, both contributed to this vibrant, spontaneous style. The painting’s dynamic brushwork and vivid colors embody the lyrical, intuitive qualities that define Lyrical abstraction, capturing the artist's emotional landscape beyond rational composition.
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