The artwork, titled “Cross Fire,” was created by the artist Gene Davis in 1981. It belongs to the Neo-Dada art movement and is characterized as abstract in genre.
The artwork exhibits a range of abstract elements, predominantly utilizing monochromatic tones, with a combination of black ink lines and shaded grey areas. The composition features a series of geometric shapes such as squares and circles juxtaposed with freeform scribbles and splatters, creating a spontaneous and dynamic visual effect. Various marks and smudges create texture and depth within the piece, contributing to its overall unstructured and lively appearance. The presence of scattered shapes and lines seems to convey a sense of controlled chaos, emblematic of the Neo-Dada movement’s inclination towards unconventional and provocative forms of expression.
