Hollyhock Pink with Pedernal 1937

Georgia O'Keeffe's 1937 oil painting "Hollyhock Pink with Pedernal" is a stunning example of her signature style. The painting features a large pink hollyhock flower, magnified to a monumental scale, floating against a bright blue sky. Below, the Pedernal, a distinctive mesa in New Mexico, rises from a landscape of blue and green hues. O'Keeffe's close-up depiction of the flower creates a sense of intimacy and awe, while the stark simplicity of the landscape emphasizes the power of nature. The artist’s use of bold colors and abstract forms creates a visual impact that captures the essence of the American Southwest.