Woods 2005

Gerhard Richter's "Woods" is a 2005 abstract painting, a characteristic example of his "Abstract Paintings" series. This series, begun in the 1980s, explores the blurry line between representation and abstraction. The artwork features a field of blurred vertical and horizontal brushstrokes in muted tones of grey, black, red, yellow, and green, creating a sense of depth and movement. The title, "Woods," is a loose reference to the subject, suggesting a dense forest. Richter's deliberate blur evokes the impression of looking through layers of foliage, emphasizing the subjective experience of perception.