Three Birds 1952

Milton Avery's "Three Birds," a 1952 woodcut, exemplifies his signature style of simplified forms and bold colors. The three birds, rendered in a striking blue against a dark background, are depicted in flight, their movements captured in a dynamic composition. The artist's use of flat areas of color and linear contours creates a sense of both movement and tranquility, characteristic of his work. Avery's simplified forms and bold colors influenced generations of artists, making him a leading figure in 20th-century American art.