The Wild 1950

"The Wild" is a 1950 painting by American artist Barnett Newman, a leading figure in the Color Field movement. This minimalist work, housed at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City, consists of a single vertical red stripe against a white background. The narrow width of the stripe emphasizes its stark presence, inviting viewers to contemplate the power of pure form and color. Newman's "zip" paintings, like "The Wild," are characterized by their simplicity and directness, seeking to evoke a sense of awe and contemplation in the viewer.