Scepter 1961

William Baziotes's 1961 abstract painting "Scepter" features a pale, serpentine form on the left against a muted green background. The form's sinuous curves, evoking a fantastical creature or a stylized scepter, create a sense of movement and mystery within the composition. Baziotes, known for his biomorphic abstractions, often used ambiguous imagery and subtle color palettes, which helped to create a dreamlike atmosphere in his works.