“I hope that my painting has the impact of giving someone, as it did me, the feeling of his own totality, of his own separateness, of his own individuality.”
Quote by Barnett Newman
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Barnett Newman: Selected Writings and Interviews
Barnett Newman: Selected Writings and Interviews is a collection that delves into the philosophical and theoretical aspects of the artist's work, offering insights into his approach to abstract expressionism and his contributions to the art world. more
Author
Barnett Newman
Barnett Newman was an American abstract expressionist painter known for his unique canvas cuts and color field paintings. His works often feature vertical white edges, known as 'zipper,' symbolizing the infinite extension of the canvas. Newman's works hold a significant place in 20th-century art history, and his creative style has had a profound impact on later artists. more
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