Spirit On High

"Spirit On High" exemplifies the vibrant essence of Lyrical abstraction, a movement that emerged in the post-war period, blending expressive Abstract forms with lyrical, emotive qualities. Rooted in both European Abstraction Lyrique, identified in Paris in 1947, and American Lyrical Abstraction, coined in 1969, the painting conveys a sense of movement and spiritual elevation. Its dynamic brushwork and rich colors evoke an intangible energy, reflecting the movement's emphasis on individual expression and emotional resonance rather than strict geometric forms. Overall, it captures the free, poetic spirit characteristic of Lyrical abstraction.