Landscape 1943

Milton Avery's "Landscape" is a small-scale sketch from 1943, notable for its quick, gestural lines that define the trees and landscape. The artist's interest in color is evident in the notes he made on the page, documenting the shades he intended to use in a future, larger work. Avery is known for his simplified forms and vibrant colors, and this preliminary sketch embodies those signature traits, revealing a unique process behind his iconic artwork.