Sally, March and a Friend 1943

"Sally, March and a Friend" is a 1943 pencil sketch on paper by American artist Milton Avery. The small-scale work depicts three figures standing in a landscape, with the background simplified into hatched lines suggesting foliage. This intimate and spontaneous sketch exemplifies Avery's signature style, which emphasized simplified forms, flat planes of color, and a focus on mood and atmosphere. The artwork's loose, gestural lines convey a sense of movement and immediacy, showcasing Avery's ability to capture a fleeting moment in a simple yet expressive manner.