Ferragosto IV 1961

Cy Twombly's 1961 painting *Ferragosto IV* exemplifies the artist's signature style of gestural abstraction. The artwork features bold, energetic strokes of paint in red, brown, black, and white, applied to a white canvas. The loose, free-flowing lines and marks evoke a sense of spontaneity and improvisation, creating a dynamic and expressive composition. The title references the Italian holiday, Ferragosto, which Twombly celebrated in Rome during the 1950s. The painting captures the energy and emotion of this summer festival, reflecting Twombly's fascination with classical mythology and ancient Roman culture.