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What is the meaning of Yellow Piece by Ellsworth Kelly?

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What is the meaning of Yellow Piece by Ellsworth Kelly?
The meaning of Yellow Piece by Ellsworth Kelly is open to interpretation, as the artist never explained its significance. Although highly abstract, Kelly’s paintings and prints are precise expressions in color and form of his sensory experience of the world. Yellow Piece marks the first time the American painter used shaped canvas for his work. It is a fine example of Minimalism, an art movement focused on reducing art to its most basic shapes. In Yellow Piece, the color yellow, evocative of warmth, appears on its own. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Ellsworth Kelly art.
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"Red Form" original lithograph
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: original lithograph. Printed in 2012 on BFK Rives paper for a special issue celebrating the re-launch of the legendary art revue Cahiers d'Art. Size: 12 3/8 x 9 1/2 inches (3...
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2010s Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Ellsworth Kelly, Yellow Shape, from Derriere le Miroir, 1958
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in Southampton, NY
This exquisite lithograph by Ellsworth Kelly (1923–2015), titled Forme Jaune (Yellow Shape), originates from the historic 1958 folio Derriere le Miroir, No. 110. Published by Maeght ...
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1950s Hard-Edge Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

Ellsworth Kelly, Orange Shape, from Derriere le Miroir, 1958
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in Southampton, NY
This exquisite lithograph by Ellsworth Kelly (1923–2015), titled Forme Orange (Orange Shape), originates from the historic 1958 folio Derriere le Miroir, No. 110. Published by Maeght...
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1950s Hard-Edge Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

1964 original poster by Ellsworth Kelly for an exhibition at the Maeght Gallery
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in PARIS, FR
Original poster made by Ellsworth Kelly in original Lithography, for his exhibition at the Maeght Gallery in 1964. Ellsworth Kelly was an American painter, sculptor and printmaker as...
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1960s Pop Art Prints and Multiples

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Paper, Lithograph

Fondation Maeght (Red, Yellow, Blue) /// Abstract Geometric Ellsworth Kelly
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: (after) Ellsworth Kelly (American, 1923-2015) Title: "Fondation Maeght (Red, Yellow, Blue)" *Issued unsigned Year: 2005 Medium: Original Litho...
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Early 2000s Minimalist Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

Galerie Maeght /// Abstract Geometric Minimalist Ellsworth Kelly Colorfield Art
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: Ellsworth Kelly (American, 1923-2015) Title: "Galerie Maeght" Year: 1964 Medium: Original Lithograph, Exhibition Poster on light wove paper Limited edition: Unknown Printer...
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1960s Minimalist Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

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