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What is the meaning of Yellow Piece by Ellsworth Kelly?

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What is the meaning of Yellow Piece by Ellsworth Kelly?
The meaning of Yellow Piece by Ellsworth Kelly is open to interpretation, as the artist never explained its significance. Although highly abstract, Kelly’s paintings and prints are precise expressions in color and form of his sensory experience of the world. Yellow Piece marks the first time the American painter used shaped canvas for his work. It is a fine example of Minimalism, an art movement focused on reducing art to its most basic shapes. In Yellow Piece, the color yellow, evocative of warmth, appears on its own. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Ellsworth Kelly art.
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Ellsworth Kelly, Lotus, from Derriere le Miroir, 1982
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in Southampton, NY
This exquisite lithograph by Ellsworth Kelly (1923–2015), titled Lotus, originates from the historic 1982 folio Derriere le Miroir, No. 250, Hommage a Aime et Marguerite Maeght (Trib...
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1980s Hard-Edge Abstract Prints

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Ellsworth Kelly, Yellow Shape, from Derriere le Miroir, 1958
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in Southampton, NY
This exquisite lithograph by Ellsworth Kelly (1923–2015), titled Forme Jaune (Yellow Shape), originates from the historic 1958 folio Derriere le Miroir, No. 110. Published by Maeght ...
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1950s Hard-Edge Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

Ellsworth Kelly, Orange Shape, from Derriere le Miroir, 1958
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in Southampton, NY
This exquisite lithograph by Ellsworth Kelly (1923–2015), titled Forme Orange (Orange Shape), originates from the historic 1958 folio Derriere le Miroir, No. 110. Published by Maeght...
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1950s Hard-Edge Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

Ellsworth Kelly, Yellow, Blue, from Derriere le Miroir, 1964
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in Southampton, NY
This exquisite lithograph by Ellsworth Kelly (1923–2015), titled Jaune, Bleu (Yellow, Blue), originates from the historic 1964 folio Derriere le Miroir, No. 149. Published by Maeght ...
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1960s Hard-Edge Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

Galerie Maeght /// Abstract Geometric Minimalist Ellsworth Kelly Colorfield Art
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: Ellsworth Kelly (American, 1923-2015) Title: "Galerie Maeght" Year: 1964 Medium: Original Lithograph, Exhibition Poster on light wove paper Limited edition: Unknown Printer...
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1960s Minimalist Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

Ellsworth Kelly, Red Form, from Derriere le Miroir, 1958
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in Southampton, NY
This exquisite lithograph by Ellsworth Kelly (1923–2015), titled Formulaire rouge (Red Form), originates from the historic 1958 folio Derriere le Miroir, No. 110. Published by Maeght...
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1950s Hard-Edge Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

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