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Anita Johnson
Untitled (Red Theater), c. late 1960s
Oil on canvas
Framed dimensions: 21 in. H × 41 in. W
Contemporary black floater frame
With its cinematic horizontality and commanding palette, Untitled (Red Theater) is a masterclass in compositional drama by Anita Johnson. Rendered in vibrant crimsons, flame orange, ochre, and blushing pinks—anchored by dramatic gestures of black—this work feels like both a stage set and a coded abstraction, poised somewhere between architectural blueprint and emotional landscape.
Johnson’s angular shapes press up against one another with magnetic tension, their edges outlined with confident precision. The vertical striping at right evokes curtains or columns, suggesting an invitation to enter—or witness—something just beyond the surface. A small black rectangle at center acts like a fulcrum in this visual symphony of asymmetry and balance.
Rare in its panoramic scale and evocative intensity, this painting reflects Johnson’s deep engagement with post-war abstraction, particularly the American tendency toward bold color and gesture with a restrained, design-forward sensibility. The crisp black floater frame highlights the theatricality of the work, allowing its internal rhythm to unfold across the wall like a vivid proscenium.
Provenance:
Private collection, Upstate New York
- Creator:Anita Johnson (American)
- Creation Year:1960
- Dimensions:Height: 21 in (53.34 cm)Width: 41 in (104.14 cm)
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- Condition:Excellent vintage condition.
- Gallery Location:Buffalo, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU139216459192
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