Untitled
1937
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1937
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows a big, dark figure walking away with a stick and a sword. Behind him, a chaotic scene unfolds—people are tangled in what looks like a stormy landscape, with jagged rocks and swirling clouds. The colors are mostly gray, brown, and blue, with some bright spots like yellow on the figure’s hat. The artist used loose, sketchy lines that feel urgent, almost like a frantic drawing. The mix of watercolor and ink gives it a rough, unfinished look, as if the scene was painted quickly. If you like this style, look up George Grosz for more of his bold, expressive work.