Untitled (Yellow and White) by Ad Reinhardt

Untitled (Yellow and White) 1950

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painting, acrylic-paint

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abstract-expressionism

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painting

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acrylic-paint

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geometric pattern

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geometric

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geometric-abstraction

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modernism

Dimensions: overall: 203.2 x 152.4 cm (80 x 60 in.) framed: 204.3 x 153.5 x 4.8 cm (80 7/16 x 60 7/16 x 1 7/8 in.)

Copyright: National Gallery of Art: CC0 1.0

Ad Reinhardt made this Untitled (Yellow and White) painting with oil on canvas. I love how the simple palette of yellow and white becomes complex in its application. It’s all about the process here, right? The texture in this piece is fascinating. The yellow almost vibrates, doesn’t it? You can see how the paint is layered, creating this depth that’s not immediately apparent. Look at the edges of each block, how the yellow meets the white. The paint application is so direct, yet the overall effect is one of quiet contemplation. It’s like Reinhardt is inviting us to slow down and really *see*. This piece reminds me of Agnes Martin. Both artists share a commitment to simplicity. Art isn't about easy answers, it's about asking the right questions.

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