Bathers

1941

Milton Avery

Associated Names
Milton Avery

Artist, American, 1885 - 1965

This is a drawing of a beach scene with figures in various poses on the shore and in the water. The minimalist black lines on a light background depict a sunlit environment. Some figures are standing, sitting, or lying down, while others are near the water. The varying thickness and density of the lines suggest movement in the water and a relaxed atmosphere. Created in 1941 and signed with the initials 'M.A.', this artwork exemplifies a style emphasizing simplicity and abstraction.
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Artwork overview

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1994

  • Milton Avery: Works on Paper, National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1994-1995, no. 18.

1995

  • Milton Avery: Works on Paper, The Hyde Collection, Glen Falls, 1995, no. 18.

1996

  • Milton Avery: Works on Paper, James A. Michener Art Museum, Doylestown, 1996, no. 18.

  • Milton Avery: Works on Paper, The Snite Museum of Art, Notre Dame, 1996, no. 18.

  • Milton Avery: Works on Paper, Allentown Art Museum, 1996, no. 18.

Bibliography

1973

  • Lunn, Harry H., Jr. Milton Avery: Prints 1933-1955. Washington, D.C.: Graphics International Ltd., 1973, no. 20.

1994

  • Owens, Carlotta J. Milton Avery: Works on Paper. Exh. cat. National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1994: no. 18.

Inscriptions

lower right in plate: M.A.; center left in graphite: Milton Avery 1941; center right in graphite: 56/60

Wikidata ID

Q75117132

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