A Seeing, New York c. 1921 - 1928

John Marin’s “A Seeing, New York” is a watercolor painting depicting a dynamic and abstract view of the city. Created between 1921 and 1928, this small work (measuring only 8 7/16 x 6 15/16 in.) showcases Marin’s signature style of capturing the energy and movement of urban life. Using bold strokes and vivid colors, he transforms the architectural structures of New York City into a vibrant composition, capturing the city’s dynamism and its visual rhythm. The viewer is drawn into the swirling interplay of lines and shapes, suggesting a sense of the city's perpetual motion.