Untitled 1978

Helen Frankenthaler’s “Untitled” (1978) is a prime example of her signature “soak-stain” technique. She thinned oil paints with turpentine, allowing them to soak into the unprimed canvas, creating a hazy, luminous effect. This abstract work is characterized by an interplay of browns and pinks, with a hint of blue in the bottom right corner, evoking a sense of depth and atmosphere. Frankenthaler, a prominent figure in Abstract Expressionism, revolutionized the landscape of 20th-century art through her innovative approach to color and form.