The loose loophole of a movement defined by what it isn't
In short: Abstract Expressionism is often treated as a monolith, yet its practitioners were frequently at odds. This video explores the tension between individual styles and the shared underlying connections that bind these diverse works together.
Curator Eleanor Nairne examines how Abstract Expressionism functions more as a broad category than a rigid definition. While artists like Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko, and Franz Kline developed highly recognizable 'signature images,' Lee Krasner intentionally resisted settling on a uniquely identifiable style or mode of working.
The presentation seeks to identify the core commonalities—color, form, idea, and material—that link these seemingly disparate approaches. It highlights the complexity of a movement where the primary connection may lie in the shared intent rather than a uniform aesthetic.
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