A Composition Built on Pure Contrast and Expressive Force
Number 138 is a large-scale contemporary abstract artwork conceived around the most elemental opposition: white against black. The painting reduces the language of abstraction to its essentials, transforming gesture, rhythm and contrast into a powerful visual statement.
A deep black background establishes silence, depth and architectural weight. Over it, expressive white gestures unfold with intensity and precision, cutting through the surface and activating the composition with movement and tension. The result is a work that feels direct, physical and uncompromising.
From a distance, the piece reads as bold and graphic. Up close, it reveals a complex surface of layered paint, drips, splashes and variations in density that give the artwork depth and tactile presence.
This is a painting designed to bring strength, clarity and controlled energy into the space it inhabits.
The Role of Color: Black and White
In Number 138, color is reduced to contrast and structure.
- Black creates depth, silence and visual gravity
- White introduces energy, rhythm and directional force
Together, they form a composition that is:
- Powerful and minimal
- High-contrast and expressive
- Architectural in presence
- Emotionally direct without ornament
The absence of color amplifies gesture and texture, allowing the surface itself to carry the emotional weight of the work.
How the Artwork Lives in Space
Because of its monochrome palette and strong visual identity, Number 138 works especially well in:
- Contemporary and minimalist interiors
- Industrial lofts and architectural spaces
- Gallery-style homes and creative studios
- Offices or projects seeking clarity and impact
It functions as a dominant focal point — a piece that defines the wall and anchors the space around it.
Materials & Artistic Process
Number 138 is created using mixed media on canvas, combining:
- Acrylic paint
- Enamel layers
- Expressive gestural applications
The process is physical and layered. Paint is applied intuitively but with control, allowing drips, overlaps and contrasts to remain visible. Variations in thickness and movement give the surface its raw, energetic character.
Each artwork is individually created in the studio. While part of a limited edition, no two pieces are exactly the same.
Artwork Details
- Title: Number 138
- Medium: Mixed media on canvas
- Edition: Limited edition (20 pieces)
Available formats:
- 150 × 75 cm
- 200 × 100 cm
- 300 × 150 cm
Each artwork includes an additional 5–8 cm painted perimeter for custom stretching or framing.
- Signature: Hand-signed by the artist
- Certificate of Authenticity: Included
- Shipping: Rolled and securely protected
- Frame / Stretcher: Not included
Placement & Display Recommendations
For best results:
- Use it where contrast and presence are desired
- Works especially well on light or textured walls
- Directional lighting enhances texture and gesture
- Ideal as a main statement piece rather than background
Think of Number 138 as a visual confrontation — simple in palette, complex in impact.
For Collectors and Interior Projects
Number 138 is available for private collectors and for interior design or architectural projects seeking a bold, timeless and expressive monochrome abstract artwork.
Because each piece is created individually, subtle variations are part of its authenticity and material character.
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Bring contrast, energy and contemporary clarity into your space.