Abstraction
Related Artworks from the Whitney's Collection

Explore a selection of artworks from the Whitney’s collection that relate to Andy Warhol—From A to B and Back Again.

  • A colorful abstract painting with vertical streaks of blue, green, and hints of pink and yellow, creating a symmetrical pattern on a pale background.
    A colorful abstract painting with vertical streaks of blue, green, and hints of pink and yellow, creating a symmetrical pattern on a pale background.

    Morris Louis, Tet, 1958. Magna on canvas, overall: 94 1/8 × 152 1/8 in. (239.1 × 386.4 cm). Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; purchase, with funds from the Friends of the Whitney Museum of American Art 65.9. © Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

  • A dynamic abstract artwork featuring a series of red angular lines and shapes on a white background, creating a sense of movement and energy.
    A dynamic abstract artwork featuring a series of red angular lines and shapes on a white background, creating a sense of movement and energy.

    Ellsworth Kelly, La Combe I, 1950. Oil on canvas, overall: 38 × 63 11/16 in. (96.5 × 161.8 cm). Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; gift of The American Contemporary Art Foundation, Inc., Leonard A. Lauder, President 2002.249. © Ellsworth Kelly

  • A grayscale image of a textured surface with vertical and horizontal lines, possibly a close-up of a piece of fabric or paper, with a distinct vertical seam or fold line running down the center. The bottom edge of the image shows a thin white border.
    A grayscale image of a textured surface with vertical and horizontal lines, possibly a close-up of a piece of fabric or paper, with a distinct vertical seam or fold line running down the center. The bottom edge of the image shows a thin white border.

    Wade Guyton, Untitled, 2009. Inkjet on linen, overall: 84 1/16 × 69 1/16 in. (213.5 × 175.4 cm). Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; gift of the artist in honor of Scott Rothkopf 2013.26. © Wade Guyton

  • A series of large black and white striped panels displayed on a gallery wall.
    A series of large black and white striped panels displayed on a gallery wall.

    Wade Guyton, Untitled, 2008. Epson UltraChrome inkjet on linen, eight parts, overall: 84 × 587 × 1 1/2 in. (213.4 × 1491 × 3.8 cm). Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; purchase, with funds from the Painting and Sculpture Committee, the Director's Discretionary Fund, Allison and Warren B. Kanders, Andrew and Christine Hall, Donna Rosen, Pamella DeVos, Melva Bucksbaum and Raymond J. Learsy, Ginevra Caltagirone, Miyoung Lee, and Gregory Miller 2011.22a-h. © Wade Guyton

  • Abstract expressionist-style painting with broad, sweeping brushstrokes in shades of gray, with hints of red and black accents, creating a dynamic and textured visual effect.
    Abstract expressionist-style painting with broad, sweeping brushstrokes in shades of gray, with hints of red and black accents, creating a dynamic and textured visual effect.

    Christopher Wool, Untitled, 2002. Enamel on linen, overall: 108 x 72 inches (274.3 × 182.9 cm). Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; Promised gift of Thea Westreich Wagner and Ethan Wagner P.2011.492. © Christopher Wool

  • A densely patterned image with a repetitive design consisting of small, intricate details in black and white, creating a wallpaper-like effect.
    A densely patterned image with a repetitive design consisting of small, intricate details in black and white, creating a wallpaper-like effect.

    Christopher Wool, Static, 1987. Enamel on aluminum, overall: 72 x 48 inches (182.9 x 121.9 cm). Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; Promised gift of Thea Westreich Wagner and Ethan Wagner P.2011.487. © Christopher Wool

  • A textured blue fabric with soft folds and creases, giving a calm and serene vibe.
    A textured blue fabric with soft folds and creases, giving a calm and serene vibe.

    Tauba Auerbach, Untitled (Fold), 2010. Acrylic on canvas, overall: 72 1/8 × 54 1/8 in. (183.2 × 137.5 cm). Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; purchase, with funds from the Painting and Sculpture Committee 2011.12. © Tauba Auerbach

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