The blind man 1942

Albert Bloch made this painting, called 'The Blind Man,' with a muted palette, building up layers to create depth and an eerie atmosphere. It’s like he’s feeling his way through the forest with paint, each stroke a step into the unknown. I can imagine Bloch, brush in hand, trying to capture not just what he sees, but what he feels—the chill in the air, the quiet rustle of leaves. The texture here is so important; the way the paint is layered mimics the density of the woods, making it almost tactile. Notice how the vertical lines of the trees create a sense of enclosure, while the light filters through, offering a glimmer of hope or perhaps just a path forward. Painters are always talking to each other, across time, across cultures. Bloch is in conversation with artists who explore the inner life, who aren’t afraid to embrace ambiguity. It’s a reminder that painting, like life, is about navigating the unseen.