AlphaMorris Louis · 1960

  • Painting mediumAcrylic On Canvas
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementColor Field Painting
  • Creation date1960
  • MuseumBuffalo AKG Art Museum

Morris Louis (1912 – 1962)

Explore Morris Louis (1912-1962), a pioneer of Color Field painting! Discover his innovative veil paintings, vibrant hues & lasting impact on abstract art.

Buffalo AKG Art Museum (Buffalo, Stati Uniti d'America)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Alpha
  • Artist: Morris Louis
  • Year: 1960
  • Format: Landscape
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: Buffalo AKG Art Museum
  • Movement: Color Field Painting
  • Medium: Acrylic On Canvas
  • Medium type: WallArt
  • Main color: Putty

Questions & Answers

What technique and style characterize "Alpha" by Morris Louis?

In "Alpha", the acrylic on canvas technique meets the Color Field Painting movement.

Is Morris Louis, creator of "Alpha", known under other names?

Morris Louis appears under the alternate names Morris Louis Bernstein, Maurice Bernstein, Morris Louis Bernstein (legally changed name in 19, موريس لويس, モーリス・ルイス.

What subject and atmosphere does "Alpha" by Morris Louis combine?

"Alpha" by Morris Louis depicts color, orange, flowing, layered, acrylic, louis, abstract, in a calm mood. Subject and atmosphere together describe the work.

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