Portrait of Jack Greenbaum 1959

Elaine de Kooning's "Portrait of Jack Greenbaum" from 1959 captures the essence of the subject through bold brushstrokes and vibrant colors. The portrait, rendered in a dynamic and expressive style, showcases de Kooning's signature Abstract Expressionist approach. The artist's use of thick impasto, contrasting hues, and a sense of immediacy in her mark-making creates a compelling and powerful image. The painting, with its emphasis on form and gesture, embodies the spirit of Abstract Expressionism, a movement that prioritized emotional and expressive content over traditional representation.