Calvert Coggeshall

Calvert Coggeshall abandoned Abstract Expressionism for a structured approach to his art recalling early twentieth-century geometric art movements. In Touching, the use of red and blue simplified, rectangular forms against a white background is reminiscent of Piet Mondrian’s art; however, Coggeshall produced his work at larger scales and adds a soft, matte finish to create a lyrical effect to his art.

Title: Touching
Date: 1968
Medium: casein on canvas
Dimensions: 67 x 90.1 inches
Accession Number: P69.1.1
Location: North Concourse

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