Black Act 1961

"Black Act" is a 1961 ink drawing by Soviet-American artist Vilen Barsky, known for his bold and abstract style. The piece is dominated by a single dark figure, rendered in black ink with expressive strokes, against a stark white background. Barsky's dynamic use of line and form creates a sense of energy and movement, while the figure's shadowy silhouette evokes a sense of mystery and ambiguity. This work embodies the expressive and non-representational qualities of Abstract Expressionism.