Mount Katahdin, Maine 1942

Marsden Hartley's *Mount Katahdin, Maine*, created in 1942, is a striking example of his distinctive style. The painting depicts the iconic mountain, rendered in bold, simplified forms and saturated colors. The mountain's imposing presence dominates the composition, framed by a foreground of dense, red-brown forest and a deep blue body of water. The sky is filled with large, brooding clouds in shades of purple, adding a sense of mystery and drama to the scene. Hartley's use of color and form create a powerful and evocative landscape, reflecting his deep connection to the Maine wilderness.