Young Man In Black, Girl In White 1919

"Young Man In Black, Girl In White" was painted by Swedish artist Nils Dardel in 1919. The painting depicts a young couple standing against a blue backdrop. The woman wears a white dress and appears pensive as she gazes down. The man, dressed in black, stands with his arms crossed, looking ahead. A large tree trunk dominates the right side of the canvas while a small sailboat floats in the water below. The stylized forms and saturated colors evoke a sense of drama and intrigue. This work exemplifies Dardel's expressive style, often characterized by the use of bold colors and symbolic imagery.