Nude and Flowers 1967

"Nude and Flowers," a 1967 painting by Australian artist Charles Blackman, depicts a nude female figure in a seated position. The figure is rendered in a simplified, almost abstract style with a red-toned body and a dark hair that almost blends with the background, highlighting the silhouette. The background is a bright green, providing a stark contrast to the figure, and featuring a cluster of stylized flowers in a blend of orange and red. The artwork exemplifies Blackman's signature style, characterized by simplified forms and an expressionistic palette, and is considered a classic example of Australian figurative art.