Figures by the Sea II 1962

Patrick Procktor's "Figures by the Sea II" (1962) is a striking abstract painting. It is comprised of bold blocks of color, dominated by blues and greens, suggesting a seascape, and broken up by gestural figures that appear to be emerging from the surface. The artist's distinct, expressive brushstrokes convey a sense of movement and energy, characteristic of Procktor's signature style. This work, a quintessential example of Abstract Expressionism, evokes a sense of both tranquility and dynamism, engaging viewers in a contemplation of form and color.