First Look: An Iridescent Masterpiece by Jackson Pollock

In this episode of Masterworks, experience the timeless brilliance of Jackson Pollock in this preview of his masterpiece Number 32, 1949 – a rare drip painting on paper. One of the few works in which Pollock uses aluminum paint, Number 32 represents the artist at the height of his formidable power. After 35 years in the same private collection, this historic work will be a highlight of our Contemporary Art Evening Auction on 16 May.

 

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