ARTH 103 - Post-Cubism and Abstract Expressionism Flash Cards

 
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No. 61 (Rust and Blue) Mark Rothko, American, Abstract Expressionism, 1953. Inspired by color; juxtaposition of different shades produces different emotions. Spiritual angle -- not just color relationships, should have a religious aspect. Dominates room and viewer with size. Intended to be displayed lit up in a dark room for emphasis. 0 CFraissi Wed, 02 Jun 2010 14:44:35 GMT view revision history
Woman 1 Willem de Kooning, American, Abstract Expressionism, 1950-1952. If no face were discernible, it would be entirely non-representational. Started this painting 80 times and scraped off what he didn't like -- razor marks visible and some holes. Combines ancient representation of women and advertising. 0 CFraissi Wed, 02 Jun 2010 14:44:35 GMT view revision history
Autumn Rhythm: Number 30, 1950 Jackson Pollock, American, Abstract Expressionism, 1950. Every Pollock is unique and cannot be exactly reproduced. Small details show it was made by hand (cigarette butts, thumbprints, bits of food, ect.). Many Americans didn't like -- was this the best America could do for art? 0 CFraissi Wed, 02 Jun 2010 14:44:35 GMT view revision history
Hot Still-Scape for Six Colors - Seventh Avenue Style Stuart Davis, American, Cubism, 1940. Non-representational image of city life and jazz music. Technology is good, evokes excitement of jazz age. Spontaneous colors and shapes -- visual form of music. 0 CFraissi Wed, 02 Jun 2010 14:44:35 GMT view revision history
Guernica Pablo Picasso, Spanish, Post-Cubism, 1937. Influenced by news reports on Spanish Civil War. Doesn't depict war, but feeling of violence -- reactions are emotional. Broken sword and flower represents that Spanish are a peaceful people, but will fight if necessary. Horse's nose becomes human skull, symbolizing death. Ambiguous location. Nazis didn't like -- felt it was a disservice to Air Force and investigated his studio. Picasso sent to NYC, asked that it be sent back when Nazi regime overthrown (and it was). 0 CFraissi Wed, 02 Jun 2010 14:44:35 GMT view revision history

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