Leaf Forms #4 c. 1954

"Leaf Forms #4" is a drawing created by the African American artist Norman Lewis in 1954. The abstract piece uses a variety of gestural black ink lines to create a form reminiscent of natural plant life on a plain white background. Lewis's work was often associated with Abstract Expressionism, a style that focused on the artist's emotional expression through form and color. He utilized his artistic practice to address social issues like racial equality in America. His abstract works often drew inspiration from natural forms and urban environments, which are reflected in this piece.