MarrakechFrank Stella · 1964
1964
196.0 x 196.0 cm
Frank Stella (1936 –)
Discover Frank Stella's revolutionary art! From minimalist paintings & shaped canvases to vibrant sculptures, explore the impact of this pioneer of abstraction.
This painting is part of Stella’s Morocco series (1964–65), which was inspired in part by Arabic tiles. Using fluorescent paint to disrupt the picture plane, Stella creates not only an illusion of depth but also a pulsating effect that belies the work’s simple, geometric lines.
About this artwork
- Title: Marrakech
- Artist: Frank Stella
- Year: 1964
- Original dimensions: 196.0 x 196.0 cm
- Format: Square
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Color palette: Vivid
- Color hue: Golden Yellow Range
Questions & Answers
Which artist is "Marrakech" attributed to?
"Marrakech" is attributed to Frank Stella.
At what age did Frank Stella make "Marrakech"?
Frank Stella made "Marrakech" at the age of 28. The artist was born in 1936 and the work is dated 1964.
How much light do the colors of "Marrakech" appear to reflect?
The colors of "Marrakech" show a bright balance luminance.
What underlying hue runs through "Marrakech" by Frank Stella?
The dominant hue of "Marrakech" by Frank Stella is golden yellow range. The hue is the underlying tone of the palette.
How is "Marrakech" by Frank Stella proportioned, and how big is it?
"Marrakech" by Frank Stella is proportioned as a square work of 196 x 196 cm.
What color harmony does "Marrakech" by Frank Stella display?
"Marrakech" by Frank Stella displays a softly mixed palette color harmony.
What is the creation date of "Marrakech" by Frank Stella?
"Marrakech" by Frank Stella was created in 1964.