Created:
Movement:
1959
Abstract Expressionism
key Notes:
Abstract Expressionism, Luminous Color Palette
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Dimensions:
Image: 45.3 × 35.2 cm (17 7/8 × 13 7/8 in.); Sheet: 59 × 46 cm (23 1/4 × 18 1/8 in.)
medium:
Lithograph on wove paper
Difficulty:
Expert
New game
story of the work:

"Illumination" by Richard Aberle Florsheim is a work that reflects the artist's interest in urban landscapes and the interplay of light and shadow. Florsheim, an American painter and printmaker, often explored themes of modernity and industrialization, capturing the dynamic energy of cityscapes in his art.

Description of the work:

"Illumination" by Richard Aberle Florsheim is a lithograph on wove paper that features a dynamic interplay of light and shadow, characterized by abstract forms and a vibrant color palette. The composition is marked by bold contrasts and fluid lines, which create a sense of movement and energy, reflecting Florsheim's interest in capturing the essence of urban landscapes.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Illumination