Painting No. 7 1952

Franz Kline's "Painting No. 7" is an iconic example of Abstract Expressionism, a movement that emerged in the 1940s. Created in 1952, this striking black and white canvas utilizes bold, gestural brushstrokes to form a dynamic composition. The black lines, seemingly applied with swift and deliberate movements, create a sense of energy and movement across the white ground. Kline's use of black and white, devoid of representational imagery, highlights the raw power of the brushstroke itself, capturing the essence of Abstract Expressionism. The piece is currently housed at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City.