Milkweed 1929

"Milkweed" is a 1929 watercolor by American artist Charles E. Burchfield, known for his depictions of nature. The work displays Burchfield's characteristic style, featuring bold, stylized forms and vibrant colors. The composition is dominated by a vibrant, almost electric purple background, against which a thicket of milkweed plants, their pods bursting with seeds, stand out. Black birds with red accents are perched on branches, adding a sense of movement and life to the scene. This piece exemplifies Burchfield's fascination with the natural world and his ability to translate it into a powerful and expressive visual language.