Abstract Yellow Sphere
Painting on canvas • Signed 'Richter 2020'. While it shares a name with the famous Gerhard Richter, the style, execution, and signature format indicate this is by a different artist, likely a contemporary emerging artist or a regional painter.
Style & Movement
Contemporary Abstract Art / Color Field Expressionism
Medium & Technique
Acrylic on canvas. The piece utilizes broad, gestural brushwork with visible scumbling in the background and circular strokes within the central motif to create texture and movement.
Creation Period
2020 (as inscribed on the lower right corner)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 x 16 inches (30 x 40 cm), landscape format.
Subject Description
A large, dominant yellow circular form centered against a multi-colored, abstracted background. The background is divided into quadrants of cool blues, muted greens, and deep burgundy reds, suggesting a celestial body, a sun, or a purely formal exploration of geometric contrast.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The surface appears stable with no immediate signs of flaking, though there is slight surface dust visible.
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $400 USD
Auction Estimate
$50 - $200 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely acquired directly from the artist or a local gallery circa 2020. No visible gallery labels are present on the front.
Art Historical Significance
A contemporary piece that engages with minimalist and abstract traditions. Its significance lies in its decorative appeal and its 2020 creation date, marking work produced during the global pandemic period.
Notable Features
Distinctive green signature and date 'Richter 2020' in the lower right corner. The brushwork creates a 'halo' effect around the central yellow disc.
Condition Issues
Minor surface accumulation of dust; negligible edge wear consistent with being unframed or recently handled.
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend framing with a spacer to protect the edges, a light dusting with a soft brush, and hanging away from direct UV sunlight to prevent fading of the yellow pigment.