Townscape Paris 1968

"Townscape Paris" (1968) by Gerhard Richter, a German painter known for his photorealistic and abstract works, depicts a city scene in a gestural and abstract style. The painting, composed of thick brushstrokes and a limited palette of black and white, suggests the cityscape of Paris with its dense architecture. Richter's unique approach blurs the line between representation and abstraction, prompting viewers to engage with the composition's visual rhythms and textures. The artwork is considered a prime example of his early abstract style, blurring the boundaries of representational and nonrepresentational art.