Study for Betsy 

Franz Kline's "Study for Betsy" is a striking example of abstract expressionism. The piece, rendered in black ink on a brown paper sheet, features bold, gestural lines that create a dynamic composition of intersecting and overlapping shapes. The energetic brushstrokes and the use of negative space accentuate the raw power and spontaneity of Kline's artistic approach. This piece showcases the signature style of Kline's work, known for its bold, black and white abstract forms. The artist's dynamic use of line and form is characteristic of his artistic practice that was deeply rooted in the art of action painting.