Torches Mauve

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Torches Mauve

1960

Franz Kline (American, 1910–1962)

Toward the end of his career Franz Kline went beyond a predominantly black and white palette to use strong colors for the sweeping gestures of his brushwork. This painting takes its title from the tube paint he purchased from Joseph Torch's art supply store in New York City.

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Object Details

Title:

Torches Mauve

Date:

1960

Artist:

Franz Kline (American, 1910–1962)

Medium:

Oil on canvas

Dimensions:

10 feet 1/8 inches x 6 feet 9 1/8 inches (305.1 x 206.1 cm)

Classification:

Paintings

Credit Line:

Gift of the artist, 1961

Accession Number:

1961-223-1

Geography:

Made in United States, North and Central America

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