Woman with a Hat 1945

"Woman with a Hat" is a 1945 painting by Milton Avery, a prominent American modernist. Known for his simplified forms and vivid colors, Avery's style can be seen in this work as the artist focuses on the silhouette of a woman wearing a hat, using broad strokes and flat planes of color. The composition is simple, with the figure dominating the canvas against a warm orange background, creating a sense of intimacy and stillness. Avery's unique approach to figuration, often described as a blend of realism and abstraction, is evident in this classic example of his work.