Composition

"Composition" exemplifies Lyrical abstraction, a post-war Abstract movement that emerged in both Europe and the United States. Originating in Paris and later identified with Tachisme in France, this movement was characterized by spontaneous brushwork and expressive, lyrical forms. In America, the movement was described by Larry Aldrich in 1969, emphasizing personal expression and vibrant color. "Composition" embodies these qualities through its dynamic, free-flowing composition, emphasizing emotional resonance over formal structure, and reflects the influence of Surrealism and other modernist trends shaping abstract art in the post-war era.