PH-215Clyfford Still · 1935
Painting- Abstract Expressionism
1935- Modern
Clyfford Still (1904 – 1980)
Clyfford Still (1904-1980) was an American Abstract Expressionist known for his monumental, non-figurative paintings exploring themes of life, death, and nature through dynamic color fields and jagged forms. A pioneer of the movement, his work profoundly influenced modern art.
About this artwork
- Title: PH-215
- Artist: Clyfford Still
- Year: 1935
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Medium: Painting
- Creative period: Early Period
- Main color: Walnut
- Keywords: rocky mountain scene, dark blurry background, dramatic contrast
- Color intensity: Balanced
Quick Facts
- Notable elements or techniques: Profile view, dark blurry background
- Title: PH-215
- Subject or theme: Person's head on a rocky surface
Questions & Answers
How much light do the colors of "PH-215" appear to reflect?
The colors of "PH-215" show a dark luminance.
Where in Clyfford Still's career does "PH-215" fall, given its date?
The 1935 date places "PH-215" in the Early Period of Clyfford Still's development.
What mood does "PH-215" by Clyfford Still express within Abstract Expressionism?
The dramatic emotion of "PH-215" accompanies its Abstract Expressionism style.