The Station of the Cross - Second Station 1958

"The Station of the Cross - Second Station" is a 1958 artwork by American artist Barnett Newman, known for his abstract expressionist and minimalist pieces. Characterized by a vertical black stripe on a stark white background, it exemplifies Newman's "zip" paintings, where a single line dominates the canvas. This work challenges traditional artistic conventions by focusing on pure form and color, prompting viewers to consider the relationship between negative and positive space.