Untitled Red Painting 1960

Brett Whiteley's "Untitled Red Painting" is a vibrant abstract work from 1960, showcasing the artist's exploration of color and form. The composition is dominated by a rich red background, punctuated by bold, gestural brushstrokes in a palette of white, blue, black, and ochre. The swirling, fragmented shapes seem to allude to figures, while the overall effect is one of dynamism and energy. Whiteley's abstract paintings from this period are characterized by their raw emotionality and spontaneity, reflecting the artist's fascination with the human figure and the complexities of the human experience.