Night-time, Enigma, and Nostalgia 1934

"Night-time, Enigma, and Nostalgia" is a 1934 work by Arshile Gorky, an Armenian-American artist known for his abstract expressionist paintings. The artwork features an abstract composition of biomorphic forms rendered in a dark and brooding palette of browns, blacks, and whites. The piece evokes a sense of mystery and introspection, suggesting the emotional turmoil and psychological complexities that defined Gorky's personal life and artistic practice. The use of organic shapes and the interplay of light and shadow create a sense of depth and movement, inviting the viewer to explore the recesses of the artist's subconscious.