Grid of Green and Red Squares on Black Field
Painting on stretched canvas • Unidentified contemporary artist; likely a student work or local amateur artist in the style of Geometric Abstraction
Style & Movement
Minimalism / Geometric Abstraction / Hard-edge Painting
Medium & Technique
Acrylic or matte oil paint, geometric abstraction technique using flat color fields
Creation Period
Late 20th to Early 21st Century (Modern/Contemporary)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 11x14 inches; landscape orientation
Subject Description
The composition features a 3x4 grid of twelve squares centered on a solid black background. The columns are organized in a vertically alternating pattern of green and red. The work explores color theory, rhythm, and geometric symmetry, devoid of representative narrative.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; the surface appears stable and clean with no immediate signs of flaking or significant trauma.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $100 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely private collection or studio sale. No visible labels or stamps on the front.
Art Historical Significance
Minor; the piece follows well-established conventions of minimal geometric abstraction popularized in the mid-20th century by artists like Ellsworth Kelly or Josef Albers but lacks the scale or specific technical refinement characteristic of blue-chip masterworks.
Notable Features
The high-contrast palette and matte finish provide a striking visual presence; the grid is hand-painted rather than printed, evidenced by slight variations in the square alignment.
Condition Issues
Slight surface dust; potential minor scuffing on the black matte finish which is prone to showing fingerprints or abrasions. Canvas tension appears adequate.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional framing with a floating mount or tray frame; display out of direct sunlight to prevent fading of the red pigments; periodic dusting with a soft brush.