Dark Blue/Black Border No.37 1978

"Dark Blue/Black Border No. 37" is a 1978 artwork by Peter Joseph, a minimalist painter born in January, 1929. The painting, defined by a single field of dark blue, is framed by a stark black border, a common element in Joseph's work. It is an example of minimalist art, a movement that emerged in the 1960s, emphasizing simplicity and the essential qualities of form and color. This piece, like other minimalist artworks, challenges the traditional notion of representational art, prompting viewers to engage with the visual elements themselves.