Triptych: Red, Yellow, Blue
Painting / Triptych on canvas • In the manner of Ellsworth Kelly or Blinky Palermo; could be a contemporary practitioner of Post-Painterly Abstraction.
Style & Movement
Minimalism / Hard-edge Abstraction / Color Field Painting.
Medium & Technique
Oil or acrylic on canvas; applied in flat, monochromatic fields with an even, matte-to-satin finish and no visible brushwork.
Creation Period
Contemporary; likely late 20th century to early 21st century.
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 60 x 60 cm per panel; Triptych arrangement in a horizontal landscape format.
Subject Description
A non-objective triptych consisting of three equal-sized square panels. From left to right: a deep crimson red, a saturated marigold yellow, and a dark navy blue. The work focuses on the interaction of primary colors, spatial relationships, and the physical presence of the object.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; the surfaces appear pristine with sharp, clean edges and uniform pigment distribution.
Estimated Market Value
$5,000 - $15,000 (if by an emerging contemporary artist); significantly higher if a documented blue-chip minimalist.
Auction Estimate
$4,000 - $12,000
Provenance History
Likely from a contemporary art gallery or private collection; lacks exterior labels but exhibits professional white-cube exhibition standards.
Art Historical Significance
A fundamental exploration of color theory and the 'painting as object' philosophy, continuing the lineage of Mondrian, Malevich, and the American Minimalists of the 1960s.
Notable Features
The precise spacing between panels and the perfect square format emphasize the mathematical and rhythmic qualities of the composition.
Condition Issues
None visible; no signs of craquelure, fading, or mechanical damage. Sharp corners suggest careful handling.
Conservation Recommendations
Maintain in a climate-controlled environment with UV-filtered lighting. Avoid touching the surface, as monochromatic matte paintings are highly susceptible to burnishing and fingerprints.