“Equinox,” created by Hans Hofmann in 1958, is an abstract oil painting that belongs to the Abstract Expressionism movement. The genre of this artwork is abstract, indicating the artist’s focus on non-representational depiction, striving to evoke emotional responses through the use of color, form, and texture.
The artwork features an arrangement of bold, vibrant rectangular shapes and blocks of various colors, including vivid reds, deep blues, greens, and bright yellows. The composition appears dynamic and energetic, with overlapping forms and contrasting hues creating a sense of depth and movement. Hofmann’s use of impasto—thickly applied paint—adds texture and dimension to the surface, underscoring the tactile qualities of the medium. This complex interplay of shapes and colors exemplifies Hofmann’s mastery in conveying emotional intensity and visual rhythm through abstract forms.
