Woman at the Water

Maria Uhden

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a stylized figure sitting in water surrounded by foliage. The artwork is a black silhouette print on a light background, depicting a simplified human figure with rounded shapes, seated in what appears to be a shallow pool of water, as suggested by the ripples around the legs. The figure is partially enclosed by tall, leafy plants. The drawing embodies a primitive, almost woodcut-like quality, as seen in the thick, bold lines and abstract representation of the scene. The composition is balanced, with the natural setting providing a serene backdrop to the central figure.