Sandwich 1969

Here, we see "Sandwich," a vibrant exploration of color and form by Pat Lipsky. Lipsky emerged in a period where female abstract painters were gaining recognition, often navigating a male-dominated art world. The painting’s layered bands of color - turquoise, yellow, red, blue, and green - might at first seem like pure abstraction, but look closer and consider the title "Sandwich." Does the title offer a comment on the act of layering, a commentary on the mundane? The luscious, tactile quality of the paint evokes an almost edible experience. Lipsky’s approach to abstraction diverges from traditional notions of masculine bravado often associated with the style. Instead, she offers a softer, more lyrical exploration of color and texture. "Sandwich" invites us to contemplate the way abstraction can be both visually stimulating and emotionally evocative, offering a new perspective on color field painting.