The artwork titled “Diptych” was created by Sean Scully in the year 1991. It is a part of the Color Field Painting and Neo-Minimalism movements, and it falls under the abstract genre.
The artwork features a juxtaposition of a dark brown solid block on the left side and an adjacent arrangement of alternating horizontal stripes in warm hues of yellow and orange on the right side. Within the brown section, there is a smaller window-like structure consisting of horizontal bands in muted tones of blue and gray. The composition reflects Scully’s characteristic style of utilizing simple geometric forms and a restrained color palette to convey depth and emotional resonance. The contrast between the solid block and the vibrant stripes creates a dynamic interplay, emphasizing the balance and tension inherent in the piece.
