Micro-Painting 1968

"Micro-Painting" from 1968, by Gene Davis, is a minimalist artwork that showcases the artist's exploration of color and form. The painting features a single, small, dark brown circle against a backdrop of a pale pink field. The work exemplifies Davis's signature style, known for its abstract and geometric compositions, often utilizing bold, flat colors and simple shapes. Davis, a prominent figure in the Washington Color School movement, sought to evoke emotional responses through his art, emphasizing the power of visual language to convey meaning without representation.