Review:

Post Painterly Abstraction

overall review score: 4.5
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Post-painterly abstraction is a term coined by art critic Clement Greenberg in 1964 to describe a form of abstract painting that focused on flat surfaces, color, shape, and the relationship between them.

Key Features

  • Flat surfaces
  • Focus on color and shape
  • Emphasis on spatial relationships
  • Geometric forms

Pros

  • Emphasizes formal qualities of art
  • Explores the boundaries of painting beyond traditional techniques
  • Allows for innovation and experimentation in abstract art

Cons

  • May be difficult for some viewers to appreciate without knowledge of art history or theory

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