Study for a Painting 1938

"Study for a Painting" is a 1938 artwork by Ad Reinhardt, a key figure in Abstract Expressionism. This study, part of the Museum of Modern Art's collection, features a bold, colorful composition of abstract shapes and lines, characteristic of Reinhardt's early work. The painting exhibits the artist's experimentation with form and color, using a limited palette to explore the interplay of shapes and lines. This small, intricate artwork demonstrates the foundations of Reinhardt's later artistic development, paving the way for his iconic minimalist works.