Untitled
1918
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1918
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows a strange, dreamy scene with a big, dark shape in the middle that looks like a house or hill. The top half has wavy, cloud-like forms in black and white, almost like birds or hands reaching down. Below, three small windows glow with warm yellow light, and a tall, skinny pole stands in the center. The artist used thick, uneven brushstrokes—some areas are smooth, while others feel rough, like scribbled lines. The colors are mostly muted browns and grays, but the windows add a cozy contrast. Next, check out watercolor, glazing to see how artists build depth with layers of paint.