"Cool" Series (Blue over Red) 1963

"Cool" Series (Blue over Red), a 1963 painting by Perle Fine, exemplifies the artist's exploration of abstract color relationships. Fine, known for her bold use of color and geometric forms, creates a visual dialogue between the contrasting hues of blue and red. The layered application of paint, visible in the brushstrokes, adds a sense of depth and movement to the otherwise simple composition. This work, part of Fine's "Cool" Series, exemplifies her contributions to Abstract Expressionism and Color Field painting.