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Card by Helen Frankenthaler

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Helen Frankenthaler · 1971

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DETAILS
Artist
Helen Frankenthaler
Date
1971
Medium
Offset color lithograph
Location
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Dimensions
image: 7 3/8 x 7 7/8 in. (18.8 x 20 cm)
Collection
Drawings and Prints
Credit line
Gift of the Fendrick Gallery, 1971
ART MOVEMENTS
Action paintingColor Field painting
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THE ARTIST

Helen Frankenthaler

Helen Frankenthaler revolutionized abstract painting by pouring thinned paints directly onto unprimed canvas, creating luminous 'soak stain' works.

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