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Untitled, by Milton Avery, 1954

Untitled

Milton Avery

1954

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1954 by Milton Avery, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Milton Avery
When & what style?
1954
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting shows a quiet, dreamy landscape. A small body of water sits in the middle, its surface dotted with patches of blue and white. Behind it, a rocky hill rises, covered in green and brown brush. The sky is light, almost faded, and the whole scene feels soft and distant. The artist used a technique where ink is pressed onto paper, creating a single, one-of-a-kind print. The colors blend together smoothly, with no harsh lines. Next, check out Milton Avery to see more of his simple, colorful landscapes.

About the artist

Portrait of Milton Avery
Artist

Milton Avery

Milton Clark Avery (; March 7, 1885 – January 3, 1965) was an American modern painter.

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