Night Nude 1953

"Night Nude" is a woodcut print by Milton Avery, created in 1953. The simplified, geometric forms and stylized contours, characteristic of Avery's style, depict a nude figure, lying in a bed, with a pillow and a celestial backdrop. The image is rendered in black and white, with the figure's form outlined in white against a dark background. This composition, along with the simple lines of the bed and the starry sky, suggests a peaceful and serene night scene, further emphasizing Avery's commitment to capturing the essence of his subjects with a minimal use of detail.