The Masque of the Red Death c. 1918

"The Masque of the Red Death" by Charles Demuth, created around 1918, depicts a scene of revelry and masked figures in a stylized, expressionist style. The painting's composition is dynamic, with figures overlapping and interacting in a vibrant color palette of reds, oranges, and blues. Demuth's use of flat shapes and simplified forms, combined with his signature bold lines, contributes to a sense of movement and energy within the artwork. The painting is a testament to Demuth's skill in capturing the vibrancy and energy of social gatherings.