Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Blinky Palermo, oil, 1968
Untitled, by Blinky Palermo, oil, 1968

Untitled is an oil painting by the Contemporary Abstract artist Blinky Palermo. It dates from 1968 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Blinky Palermo's Untitled (1968) is a painting executed in oil, black chalk, and pencil on canvas, currently part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The work features a central, symmetrical black triangle on a white background, conveying a sense of calmness and serenity through its simplicity and unity of composition.

Technique & Style

Characterized by clean lines and the absence of visible brushstrokes, the piece exemplifies a restrained, geometric approach, emphasizing form and minimal color palette.

History & Provenance

Created in 1968, the painting is now held by The Museum of Modern Art, with its acquisition history not detailed here.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Blinky Palermo

Artist

Blinky Palermo

Blinky Palermo, artistic name of Peter Schwarze, was a German abstract painter. He was inspired by painters like Kazimir Malevich, Barnett Newman and Ellsworth Kelly.

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