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Nocturne

Arthur B. Davies

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of two figures amidst a backdrop of abstract shapes and foliage. The artwork presents two indistinct figures, rendered in a monochrome palette. They appear to be interacting with each other amidst abstract shapes resembling leaves or floral motifs. The forms and figures are not sharply defined, suggesting a dreamlike quality. This is in the style of Arthur B. Davies.

Artwork Details

Date
1918-1919
Medium
softground etching in black on green wove paper
Dimensions
3744 × 4869 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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