Through Sleep to Orange

"Through Sleep to Orange" by Alice Baber (1968) exemplifies her exploration of Abstract art within the context of abstract expressionism. Baber, known for her innovative techniques and emotive palette, creates a visually arresting composition that invites viewers to contemplate the transition from unconscious states to vivid color. The artwork's title suggests an inward journey toward warmth and vitality symbolized by orange, emphasizing a transformative passage through sleep or dreams. Employing bold, dynamic brushwork and layered textures, Baber’s genre-blurring style captures both spontaneity and depth, positioning her as a significant figure in mid-20th-century abstract art.