The artwork titled “Summer 1965” is an oil painting created by Hans Hofmann in the year 1965. It belongs to the Abstract Expressionism movement and is classified within the abstract genre. The artwork’s dimensions are 182 x 121 cm.
The artwork is a dynamic composition characterized by a bold use of color and geometric forms. Several vibrant rectangular blocks dominate the piece, each in distinct hues such as red, yellow, blue, and purple, interacting harmoniously with softer, more diffuse areas of pink and green. The juxtaposition of these vivid shapes against textured color fields generates a sense of depth and movement, reflecting the artist’s mastery in manipulating form and color. The non-representational nature of the piece invites viewers to engage with its visual elements on a purely sensory level, emblematic of Hofmann’s contributions to Abstract Expressionism.
