Mid-Century Abstract Pastel or Mixed Media Work by 'Beth'

This is an original abstract artwork, likely executed in soft pastel, oil pastel, or mixed media on a textured brown paper or board support. The composition is characterized by vertical, gestural applications of color, dominated by a sunny yellow field. Interspersed within the yellow are patches of coral pink, terracotta, and dark maroon or burnt umber accents. A vertical white stroke is prominent along the right edge, adding a sense of highlights or light infiltration. The style is reminiscent of mid-century Lyrical Abstraction or Color Field painting, favoring atmospheric mood over representational form. The dimensions provided (2242 x 2979) suggest a large-scale format. Handwritten inscriptions are visible: the signature and date 'Beth 68-26' (possibly indicating 1968, though '26' may refer to a sequence number or day) appear at the bottom center. On the left margin, there is vertical text that appears to read 'The ... garden', possibly the title. The condition appears fair to good with soft, blended edges typical of pastels, though the paper background shows some tonal variation and subtle edge wear consistent with age. The craftsmanship displays a deliberate use of layered pigments to create depth and texture within a non-objective framework.