Mid-Century Figurative Watercolor Painting by Anderson

This original work of art is a mid-century figurative study executed in watercolor and pencil on paper. The composition occupies the left side of the frame, featuring a person in a seated posture with a series of expressive, gestural washes in muted tones of slate blue, charcoal grey, and earthy browns. The artist utilizes a minimalist approach, leaving significant portions of the cream-toned paper as negative space. Pencil sketching is visible beneath the paint, suggesting a quick, life-drawing technique. The work is signed in the lower right corner with what appears to read 'Anderson' followed by the date '57', situating the piece in the mid-20th century. The painting is presented under glass within a simple frame. Regarding condition, the paper exhibits a slight overall yellowing consistent with its 1957 dating. There is a noticeable reflection on the glass surface in the photograph, but the underlying pigment appears stable without significant fading. The craftsmanship reflects a skilled hand familiar with modernist figurative abstraction, prioritizing movement and form over traditional anatomical detail.