Charred Journal: Firewritten V 1951

"Charred Journal: Firewritten V" is a 1951 abstract painting by American artist Morris Louis. This artwork is part of a series of abstract paintings, "Charred Journal," that Louis produced in the early 1950s. The painting features gestural lines and geometric shapes in shades of brown, yellow, and white on a dark background. This work showcases Louis' exploration of color and form, a key characteristic of Abstract Expressionism. The artwork is known for its raw and spontaneous quality, reflecting the artist's interest in the expressive potential of paint.