Calligraphic #2 Woman on Chair 1914 - 1918

Henry Lyman Saÿen's "Calligraphic #2 Woman on Chair" is a vibrant watercolor depicting a woman in a chair. Saÿen's signature style is evident in this piece, characterized by bold, sweeping lines that capture a sense of movement and energy. The painting's gestural quality and abstract elements, like the woman's form and the chair's design, suggest a connection to the Expressionist movement. Executed in the years leading up to Saÿen's untimely death in 1918, the artwork showcases the artist's evolving style and his profound engagement with color and form.