408/64 1964

Rupprecht Geiger's "408/64" is a captivating abstract painting from 1964. The work features a vibrant, solid red background with a thin, vertical orange stripe along the left edge. At the bottom, a thin, horizontal yellow band transitions into a red gradient, suggesting a horizon. This simple yet striking composition exemplifies Geiger's signature hard-edge style, which explores the interplay of color and form. Known for his minimalist works that reduce visual elements to their essence, Geiger's abstract paintings often focus on pure color and geometric shapes, captivating viewers with their bold simplicity and chromatic intensity.