Fish Series, No. 1 (1917) Charles Demuth

This watercolor masterpiece from Charles Demuth's renowned Fish Series represents a pivotal moment in American Modernism. Created in 1917, the work exemplifies Demuth's precision and technical virtuosity, showcasing his distinctive approach to Precisionism with translucent washes and architectural composition. The painting demonstrates Demuth's ability to transform ordinary subject matter into sophisticated visual poetry, reflecting the artistic innovations of the early 20th century.