Assisi 1899

Maurice Prendergast's 1899 watercolor painting, "Assisi," captures the picturesque Italian town with its charming architecture and winding streets. The artist's use of vibrant colors, particularly the warm browns and yellows of the buildings, evokes a sense of warmth and sunshine. Prendergast's signature style, characterized by a flattened perspective and simplified forms, gives the image a sense of movement and energy. The composition, showcasing a winding road leading up to a hilltop town dominated by a church with a bell tower, provides a unique perspective on the beautiful scenery. "Assisi" is a prime example of Prendergast's fascination with the picturesque landscape and his innovative approach to capturing the atmosphere of a scene.