The Late Works: Clyfford Still in Maryland

Still’s art evolved in a number of significant ways in the early 1960s. Perhaps most notable was a general broadening of his palette and an increasing economy of imagery.  Implied movement also became more vivid, as if his painted forms are being set in motion by invisible forces. New processes, such as roller brushes, and formats were also developed during this period.  Given the nature of its collection, CSM has the unique ability to present both unseen masterworks but also “roads not taken” – insightful experimental works or bodies of works that underscore particular painting problems he was trying to solve.

This exhibition also represents the culmination of a nearly 10-year inventory, research, and conservation project in which many late works were unrolled, catalogued, and stretched (most for the first time) so they could be studied and made accessible as part of this exhibition.

Prior to your arrival at the Museum for The Late Works, bookmark this audio experience to hear Still reflect on his work in recordings from our archives and enhance your Museum experience. The audio experience is also available in Spanish. Bring your earbuds to hear the audio experience through your phone during your visit. Complimentary headphones are also available in the first gallery for phones with standard audio jacks. If your phone does not have an audio jack, bring your dongle to use with our complimentary headphones.