Dream City 1921

Paul Klee built "Dream City" from layers of watercolor and ink, creating a whimsical urban landscape. I imagine Klee carefully applying each wash of color, letting it bleed and blend with the others, building up a sense of depth and atmosphere. The geometric shapes create a feeling of order, but the soft edges and overlapping forms give it a dreamy, ethereal quality. I wonder if he was thinking about the way cities grow organically, with buildings and streets evolving over time? The muted greens and blues evoke a sense of tranquility, like looking at a city bathed in moonlight. That crescent moon, peeking out from behind the buildings, feels so hopeful! Klee’s "Dream City" reminds me that painting is an invitation to play, explore, and transform the world through the power of imagination.