Figure Studies
Two Acrobats in Red Tights
Charles Demuth
A vibrant American modernist watercolor depicting a dynamic circus balancing act in bold tones.
Two Women Acrobats
Charles Demuth
1916 · Medium Not Listed
A dynamic and fluid 1916 watercolor by Charles Demuth, capturing the grace and energy of performers with luminous washes.
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Where it works
A measured piece with active movement with warm, lived-in color — holds a wall without competing for attention.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Bedroom · Gallery Wall
- Placement
- Works well as a measured horizontal anchor
- Walls
- Benefits from a wall with more tonal contrast
- Color notes
- Warm beige, Soft sage, Aged gold
About the piece
Charles Demuth’s 'Two Women Acrobats' is a masterful example of American Modernism. Painted in 1916, this work uses delicate graphite outlines and vibrant watercolor washes to depict two figures in motion. The radiating lines of the background create a sense of theatrical spotlighting, making it a striking piece that balances athletic energy with artistic restraint.
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