The Dawning c. 1915

"The Dawning" (c. 1915) by American artist Arthur Bowen Davies (1862-1928) is a prime example of his distinctive Symbolist style. Davies sought to express emotion and ideas through the use of ambiguous forms and evocative color. This painting features several female figures, rendered in muted, hazy tones, amidst a geometric landscape. Their bodies are fluid and ethereal, reflecting the artist's fascination with the subconscious mind. The overall atmosphere is one of dreamy introspection, inviting viewers to interpret their own meaning in the enigmatic scene.