Red, Yellow, Blue
Painting, Triptych (Three separate panels) • In the manner of Ellsworth Kelly or Bryce Marden
Style & Movement
Minimalism, Color Field Painting, Hard-Edge Abstraction
Medium & Technique
Acrylic or Oil on canvas; Hard-edge color field painting featuring flat, uniform application of pigment to minimize visible brushwork.
Creation Period
Contemporary (circa 1960s to present)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 24 inches per panel; total width approximately 75 inches. Square format arranged in a horizontal line.
Subject Description
A non-objective composition comprising three square or near-square panels. From left to right, the colors are primary red, yellow-orange, and navy blue. The work explores the relationship between pure color and the architectural space of the wall.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent. The surfaces appear matte and uniform without visible scuffing or pigment loss.
Estimated Market Value
$5,000 - $15,000 (if by an established contemporary artist); significantly higher if authenticated as a major Minimalist master.
Auction Estimate
$4,000 - $12,000
Provenance History
Likely sourced from a contemporary art gallery or art fair setting (visible gallery-style partition wall and carpeting).
Art Historical Significance
A fundamental exploration of the 'painting as object' philosophy radicalized in the mid-20th century. This specific arrangement references the primary color studies of De Stijl while stripping away all internal geometry to focus on the edge and pure chroma.
Notable Features
Distinct lack of visible texture, reinforcing the industrial/minimalist aesthetic; the precise spacing between panels is essential to the artist's original intent.
Condition Issues
None visible in current imaging. Potential for corner wear or dust accumulation on the top edges of the stretchers.
Conservation Recommendations
Display in a climate-controlled environment with UV-filtered lighting. Minimalist monochrome works are extremely sensitive to fingerprints; avoid touching the surface and maintain a barrier if in a high-traffic area.