Settee 1940

This is Harry Eisman's "Settee," made with what looks like watercolour or gouache. I love how the artist is so precise, trying to capture every detail of the wood grain and woven seat. Looking closely, the texture is really interesting, especially where the brushstrokes suggest the roughness of the woven seat. The color palette is so restrained, mostly browns and tans, but that makes the drawing feel even more intimate. It's like the artist is saying, "Look closely, there's beauty in the everyday." I'm drawn to the legs of the settee, where the color is darkest. It grounds the piece, making it feel solid and real. You know, this reminds me a bit of Agnes Martin's quiet, meditative drawings. There's a similar sense of calm and attention to detail. Ultimately, it's a reminder that art can be found in the most unexpected places, even in the simple lines of a settee.