1919
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Kingdom of the Sun is a 1919 ink by Arthur Bowen Davies, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a group of people in a natural setting. They are mostly naked, with some wearing loose garments. The figures are arranged in a loose composition, with some standing and others sitting or lying down. The background is a mix of dark and light tones, with some areas of texture that suggest foliage or trees. One interesting detail is the way the artist has used different techniques to create a range of tones and textures. The figures are rendered in soft, gentle lines, while the background is more rough and expressive. This contrast adds depth and visual interest to the painting. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look up the technique of aquatint.
Arthur Bowen Davies (September 26, 1862 – October 24, 1928) was an avant-garde American artist and influential advocate of modern art in the United States c. 1910–1928.
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