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Untitled

Davis

1912

watercolor

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Early Modern

Dominant colour

Untitled is a 1912 watercolor by Davis, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?: Davis
When & what style?: 1912
Where can I see it?: Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting shows two figures in a small, dimly lit room. One person sits in a chair, wearing a white shirt and holding a cloth to their face. The other person is on a bed, wrapped in sheets, looking toward them. The room has a dresser with folded clothes, a nightstand, and a window with a curtain. The artist used loose, sketchy lines and bright colors to make the scene feel quick and raw. The painting doesn’t look polished—it’s more like a snapshot of a moment. Next, check out Stuart Davis to see how his style changed over time.