The artwork titled “Saint Martin Landscape” was created by the artist Ellsworth Kelly in the year 1979. It is a piece that falls under the Surrealism art movement and is categorized within the genre of nude painting (nu).
In the artwork, a distinct juxtaposition is observed where fragments of a landscape are combined with portions of a human nude form. The central part of the piece features torn paper edges that separate and blend two different elements: a serene, verdant landscape in the background and an intricate depiction of nude human skin occupying the foreground. Rolling hills and a body of water, presumably indicative of Saint Martin, can be discerned in the distance, portrayed with vibrant and natural colors typical of a serene panorama. The human form, presented in a fragmented yet harmonious manner, offers a striking contrast through the textured and intricate detail of the skin, creating a surreal and thought-provoking visual dialogue.
