Flower c. 1926 - 1928

"Flower" is a watercolor and pencil drawing by American artist Charles Demuth, dated c. 1926-1928. The drawing depicts a single flower in a simple, stylized manner, highlighting the lines and form of the bloom. The delicate use of color and pencil lines suggests a close observation of the natural world, characteristic of Demuth's artistic style. The artist's interest in the natural world, combined with his innovative use of color and line, are showcased in this preparatory study for a larger work.