Fire Sounds 1930

"Fire Sounds" is a 1930 painting by Agnes Lawrence Pelton, a prominent American modernist artist known for her mystical and symbolic works. The painting features a central cluster of tall, slender, and luminous shapes, resembling stylized flames or ethereal plants, against a deep blue background. The shapes are rendered with a smooth, almost translucent quality, creating a sense of otherworldly beauty and mystery. The piece's title, "Fire Sounds," hints at a connection to the elements and suggests a sensory experience beyond the visual, inviting viewers to contemplate the interplay of light, sound, and the unseen.