“Man's first expression, like his first dream, was an aesthetic one. Speech was a poetic outcry rather than a demand for communication. Original man, shouting his consonants, did so in yells of awe and anger at his tragic state, at his own self-awareness and at his own helplessness before the void.”
Quote by Barnett Newman
Work
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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