Configuration Diagram 1943

Curator: Here we have Stuart Davis's "Configuration Diagram," a sketch that offers insight into his compositional process. Editor: It feels so raw, doesn't it? Like a peek into the artist's mind as he's actively working through a puzzle. The lines are tentative, the notes scribbled... it's very intimate. Curator: Exactly. This diagram reveals Davis's deep engagement with abstraction and his careful consideration of spatial relationships. Notice how he's mapping out ratios and configurations. Editor: I'm struck by the sheer intellectual energy contained in this small work. It's more than just a diagram; it's a record of the artist's thought process, a moment of creative struggle. Curator: The sketch highlights Davis's analytical approach, using geometric forms to construct dynamic compositions in an era of experimentation. Editor: It makes you wonder about the final piece. Was it worth all the math? Was it beautiful? It's an intriguing mystery!