Reclining Nude 1938

"Reclining Nude" (1938) is a watercolor painting by Hedda Sterne, a prominent figure in the Abstract Expressionist movement. Sterne's delicate brushstrokes and soft washes of color, primarily blues, pinks, and peaches, create a sense of etherealness and abstraction. The figure, rendered with minimal detail, appears to float in a dreamy landscape, evoking a sense of repose and introspection. The painting exemplifies Sterne's exploration of the female form and her contribution to the evolution of figurative art in the 20th century.