Be I

  • Painting mediumPainting
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementAbstract Expressionism
  • Creation date1970
  • Dimensions213.0 x 283.0 cm
  • MuseumDetroit Institute of Arts

Barnett Newman (1905 – 1970)

Explore the profound abstract world of Barnett Newman (1905-1970), a key figure in Abstract Expressionism. Discover his iconic 'zips,' color field paintings, and spiritual explorations of human experience.

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About this artwork

  • Title: Be I
  • Artist: Barnett Newman
  • Year: 1970
  • Original dimensions: 213.0 x 283.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: Detroit Institute of Arts
  • Movement: Abstract Expressionism
  • Medium type: WallArt
  • Corpus context: spiritual inquiry through color fields, minimalist focus on pure form

Quick Facts

  • Title: Be I
  • Year: 1970
  • Subject or theme: Minimalist simplicity
  • Artistic style: Color Field Painting
  • Artist: Barnett Newman

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