Origin 1956

"Origin" is an abstract painting by Jay DeFeo, created in 1956. The work is characterized by its thick impasto, layering of paint, and its deep, rich colors. The texture of the surface is rough and uneven, creating a sense of depth and dimension. The painting is dominated by dark hues, with hints of lighter colors peeking through, reminiscent of a dense forest or a stormy sky. DeFeo's work is known for its gestural quality, capturing the artist's hand in the process of creation, and for its exploration of the physical properties of paint.