My Egypt 1927

"My Egypt," created in 1927 by American artist Charles Demuth (1883-1935), is a watercolor painting depicting a factory building in a stark, geometric style. The image is notable for its use of Precisionism, a style that emphasizes clarity and detail. The bold lines and sharp angles of the building's structure are accentuated by the strong light and shadow patterns, suggesting both the industrial nature of the subject and the influence of Cubism. Currently housed in the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City, "My Egypt" is a seminal example of Precisionist art and a commentary on the changing landscape of the United States in the early 20th century.