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Willard Ayers Nash Original Abstract Charcoal Drawing, Early 20th-Century Modern

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This original charcoal drawing on paper by influential American modernist Willard Ayers Nash (1898–1942) is a powerful example of early 20th-century abstraction rooted in the Santa Fe Modernist movement. Created circa 1920s–30s, this dynamic work—titled “Abstract”—features an abstracted landscape composition, emphasizing Nash’s command of line, form, and expressive rhythm. Rendered in rich, tonal charcoal, the drawing showcases Nash’s bold departure from academic realism, embracing modernist principles influenced by Cézanne and early Cubism. A compelling blend of structure and spontaneity, this piece embodies Nash's unique interpretation of the American Southwest through abstraction. The artwork is presented in a custom black wood frame. Framed dimensions: 22 x 20 x ¾ inches Image size: 14 ½ x 12 ¾ inches About the Artist: Willard Ayers Nash (1898–1942) A pioneering force in American modernism, Willard Nash was born in Philadelphia and educated at the Detroit School of Fine Arts. In 1921, he moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico, where he became a central figure in the region’s artistic transformation. Nash co-founded Los Cinco Pintores, Santa Fe’s first modernist art collective, alongside Jozef Bakos, Fremont Ellis, Walter Mruk, and Will Shuster. Together, they introduced bold experimentation to the Southwestern art scene, challenging traditional norms with avant-garde compositions and vivid abstractions. Often referred to as "the American Cézanne," Nash developed a personal style that blended Post-Impressionist structure with modernist abstraction, capturing the essence of the Southwest’s landscapes and cultural vitality. Nash’s life was tragically cut short by tuberculosis in 1942, but his legacy endures through works that continue to resonate with collectors, curators, and scholars of early American abstraction. This rare drawing is not only a collector-grade piece of American modern art history—it’s also a window into the early abstract movement of the American Southwest, from one of its boldest visionaries.
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    Willard Ayer Nash (1898-1943, American)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 148871stDibs: LU27310575372

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