Black Cross, New Mexico

Georgia O'Keeffe

Created:
Movement:
1929
Modernism
key Notes:
Southwestern landscape, Monumental cross
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Dimensions:
99.1 × 76.2 cm (39 × 30 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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Black Cross, New Mexico by Georgia O'Keeffe

Black Cross, New Mexico, created in 1929 by Georgia O'Keeffe, is an exemplary work that showcases her profound connection to the landscapes of the American Southwest. Painted in oil on canvas, the piece features a stark black cross set against a vibrant desert backdrop, reflecting O'Keeffe's fascination with the region's natural forms and spiritual symbolism. This painting is significant in O'Keeffe's oeuvre as it marks her transition from the urban influences of New York to the expansive vistas of New Mexico, which became a central theme in her work. O'Keeffe's unique ability to blend abstraction with representation in this piece contributed to her reputation as a pioneering figure in American modernism. Her exploration of the Southwest's landscapes and cultural motifs helped to redefine the American artistic identity in the early 20th century. The painting remains a testament to O'Keeffe's innovative vision and her enduring influence on subsequent generations of artists.

Description of the work:

Black Cross, New Mexico by Georgia O'Keeffe

Created in 1929, "Black Cross, New Mexico" by Georgia O'Keeffe is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies her modernist style, featuring a stark black cross set against the vibrant landscape of New Mexico. The work reflects O'Keeffe's fascination with the Southwestern landscape and its spiritual symbolism, using bold colors and simplified forms.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Black Cross, New Mexico