Seated Figure in a Landscape 1943

Milton Avery's "Seated Figure in a Landscape" (1943) is a small pencil sketch, capturing a fleeting moment of observation. The composition is minimalist, with simplified lines suggesting a seated figure and the surrounding landscape. Avery, known for his flattened forms and bold colors, utilizes a restrained palette of gray and black, highlighting the delicate lines that compose this sketch. The simplicity of the lines allows the viewer to focus on the artist's interpretation of the scene, emphasizing the fleeting nature of the moment.