The Raven (Composition No. 3) 1931

"The Raven" (Composition No. 3) (1931), by Arshile Gorky, is a prime example of his biomorphic abstract style. The painting's title refers to the dark, organic shapes that appear to be a bird in flight, perched on a series of geometric forms and set against a vibrant yellow and blue background. This work reflects Gorky's experimentation with Cubism, Surrealism, and the biomorphic forms of his Armenian heritage, which he incorporated into his abstract art.