“Calm Sea,” created by Romare Bearden in 1987, is an exemplary work of Neo-Expressionism and Outsider art within the genre painting category. The artwork captures a serene, yet evocative seaside scene characterized by its vibrant and contrasting colors and bold imagery.
The artwork features a dynamic mix of colors and forms, with a silhouetted figure standing prominently in the foreground. This figure appears to carry a bag, adorned with intricate patterns, and exhibits a sense of movement and purpose. Surrounding the figure, a host of white birds fly gracefully, their forms contrasting against the rich, multifaceted backdrop of swirling greens, fiery oranges, and calm blues. The sky is depicted with a deep, tranquil blue, completing the composition with a harmonious balance of vivid shades that evoke both tranquility and emotion.
