Fünfzehn Farben 1966 - 1996

Gerhard Richter methodically brushed these fifteen blocks of pure color onto this canvas. I can imagine Richter, in his studio, carefully mixing each color, and thoughtfully placing each square to create a harmonious composition. The surface of the paint seems smooth, as if each color was applied with the utmost precision and control, yet look closely and maybe you see a slight variation in the texture, a trace of the hand. I wonder if the colors were chosen at random, or if there's some hidden logic at play, some sequence or pattern that only Richter knows. This piece reminds me of other color field painters like Josef Albers or Agnes Martin, who explored the relationships between colors and shapes in their own way. They're all in conversation with each other, playing with the elements of painting. The way you approach the canvas is infinite.