Overpainting (Brown)

"Overpainting (Brown)" is a work created by Gerhard Richter in 1988, exemplifying his exploration of abstraction and the interplay between painting and perception. The piece is significant within Richter's oeuvre as it reflects his interest in the process of painting itself, utilizing layers of color to challenge traditional notions of representation and to engage viewers in a dialogue about the nature of art.

"Overpainting (Brown)" by Gerhard Richter features a textured surface characterized by a rich, monochromatic brown palette, which is applied in a manner that suggests both depth and movement. The work exemplifies Richter's exploration of abstraction through the layering of paint, resulting in a complex interplay of light and shadow that invites contemplation of the materiality of the medium.