Puppets 1947

"Puppets" is an abstract work on paper by American artist William Baziotes, created in 1947. The composition is a series of bold black lines and geometric shapes against a yellow background. The artwork is a characteristic example of Baziotes’ style, drawing from Surrealist and Abstract Expressionist aesthetics. It is characterized by simplified, biomorphic forms and an overall sense of whimsy. The use of black lines and circles create a sense of depth and perspective, while the yellow background serves to emphasize the shapes. The artwork is visually engaging and thought-provoking, prompting the viewer to interpret the abstract forms and their symbolic meanings.