John Mendelsohn's 2015 review of Simon Hantaï's 'Blancs' painting from 1973-1974

John Mendelsohn authored a review on December 8, 2015, analyzing Simon Hantaï's painting 'Blancs' from 1973-1974. The artwork, measuring 78 by 84 5/8 inches, was executed in acrylic on canvas. Paul Kasmin Gallery provided the image for the review, which was published on artcritical.com. Hantaï's piece represents a significant example of his folded canvas technique, exploring abstraction and process. The review offers critical insight into the artist's late-career work, contextualizing it within his broader oeuvre. Mendelsohn's text was posted at 10:35 pm and remains accessible via RSS feed. This analysis contributes to the scholarly discourse on Hantaï's impact on contemporary painting.