Untitled
1945
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1945
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows two big, blocky figures standing close together. One is mostly blue and green, the other red and pink. Their faces are simple shapes with big eyes and strong lines. The colors are bright but flat, and the whole scene looks like it was drawn quickly with water and ink. The artist used bold colors and simple shapes to make the figures feel powerful. The way the lines overlap gives a sense of movement, even though it’s not realistic. If you like this style, check out Romare Bearden.
