Sonata 1964

"Sonata" is a 1964 abstract painting by American artist Alexander Calder (1898-1976). Calder is best known for his kinetic sculptures, but he also created a large body of work in painting and drawing, including "Sonata." The work is characterized by the use of bold colors, particularly red, blue, yellow and black, and an energetic, gestural style. It’s composed of a series of thin, vertical lines and circles of various sizes against a beige background, creating a dynamic and rhythmic composition. The playful and whimsical nature of Calder's work is evident in "Sonata", which embraces a playful and non-representational aesthetic that is representative of his work.