1914
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
Dominant colour
Arrangement - Hieroglyphics (Painting No. 2) is a 1914 oil by Marsden Hartley, held at Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
This painting is a vibrant, abstract piece with a mix of geometric shapes and lines. The dominant colors are red, yellow, and white, with touches of blue and green. In the center, a white shape resembling a figure with outstretched arms is prominent. At the bottom of the painting, a series of symbols and shapes are arranged in a grid-like pattern. These include what appears to be a cross, a circle, and various geometric forms. The overall effect is one of dynamic energy and movement. If you're interested in exploring more works that blend religious themes with abstract expression, you might enjoy the works of Marsden Hartley.
Marsden Hartley was an American Modernist painter, poet, and essayist. Hartley developed his painting abilities by observing Cubist artists in Paris and Berlin.
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