Untitled (T1982-H12) 1982

Hans Hartung created this painting, Untitled (T1982-H12), during a period of intense artistic exploration following the Second World War. Hartung, who experienced firsthand the trauma and political upheaval of the time, developed a visual language rooted in abstraction. The slashing black marks, set against the soft gradient of color, evoke a sense of urgency. This was a time of rebuilding, where artists like Hartung sought to break from traditional forms to express the anxieties and energies of a rapidly changing world. Hartung once said, “I do not want to illustrate anything. I add nothing; I demonstrate nothing.” The absence of a clear subject invites us to consider the painting's emotional impact. The work becomes a space where personal and collective memories intersect, a reminder of how historical events shape individual identity. As you stand before this piece, consider how its raw expression resonates with your own experiences of change and uncertainty.