Charles Demuth (1883–1935)

Written By michael steele

There is such a sensual beauty in these two artworks by the American artist Charles Demuth. I love the gestural, confidently applied colours with the fine details of the graphite pencil.

Primrose artwork Charles Demuth

The Primrose, Charles Demuth, 1916-17. Tempura on cardboard.

Narcissi Charles Demuth art watercolour

Narcissi, Charles Demuth, 1917. Watercolour, graphite, and dry pigment on paper. The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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