The artwork titled “Elephant” by Maurice Prendergast, created approximately between 1912 and 1915, is a watercolor painting on paper that belongs to the Pointillism art movement. This animal painting measures 26.35 x 29.21 cm and is part of a private collection.
The artwork depicts a stylized image of an elephant ridden by a human figure. The composition is characterized by the use of vibrant, contrasting colors and the pointillist technique, where small, distinct dots of color are used to form the image. The background consists of a pattern of orange and yellow hues, suggesting a warm, dynamic environment. The elephant itself is rendered in shades of blue with detailing in yellow and green, standing on a multicolored ground. The intricate use of colors and patterns creates a sense of rhythm and movement, typical of Maurice Prendergast’s distinctive style within the Pointillism movement.
