Painted canvas fragment c. 20th century

Editor: This small painted canvas fragment by Barnett Newman is a striking orange hue. What underlying narratives do you believe this fragment holds? Curator: Consider the color orange itself. In many cultures, it signifies energy, warmth, and transformation, but also warning. As a fragment, it's severed from its original context, forcing us to reconstruct its potential symbolic meaning. What cultural memories does this color evoke in you? Editor: I never considered orange as a warning, but I see the potential now! Thanks. Curator: Every color choice is a cultural artifact as much as a personal one. I hope this gave you insight into art history.