Composition 269

Werner Drewes

Created:
Movement:
1938
Abstract Expressionism
key Notes:
Geometric abstraction, vibrant color palette.
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Dimensions:
24 x 30 1/4 in. (61 x 76.8 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Composition 269," created by German-American artist Werner Drewes in 1946, exemplifies the principles of geometric abstraction and the influence of the Bauhaus movement. The painting reflects Drewes' exploration of color and form, contributing to the development of American modernism in the post-World War II era.

Description of the work:

"Composition 269" by Werner Drewes exemplifies the artist's engagement with geometric abstraction, characterized by a dynamic interplay of shapes and vibrant colors. The composition features a series of interlocking forms that create a sense of depth and movement, reflecting Drewes' mastery of color theory and spatial organization within the framework of modernist aesthetics.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Composition 269