“Micro-Painting” by Gene Davis, created in 1968, is an example of Hard Edge Painting within the abstract genre. This diminutive artwork measures 2.6 x 2.6 cm, showcasing the artist’s skill in working on a minute scale while adhering to a precise and clean aesthetic characteristic of the movement.
The artwork consists of a small canvas painted primarily in a tan hue with a single, centrally placed green dot. The use of a single color dot against a contrasting background emphasizes simplicity and precision, hallmarks of the Hard Edge Painting movement. The small dimensions of the painting draw the viewer in, compelling them to closely examine the details and contemplate the relationship between the forms and colors used by the artist.
