Landscape [verso] 

This graphite sketch on paper titled "Landscape" was created by Walt Kuhn, though its exact date remains unknown. The paper is divided into three distinct rectangular zones. The composition is defined by a series of horizontal lines, creating stratified layers. In the uppermost zone, rhythmic, wavy lines suggest water, evoking a sensation of gentle undulation. The middle zone contains a scatter of amorphous shapes. The lower zone features a horizon line above which are sketched in vague forms that might suggest a landscape. Kuhn’s formal arrangement prompts us to consider the interplay between representation and abstraction. The sketch functions not just as a depiction of a scene, but as an exploration of spatial organization. The sketch's rudimentary nature invites ongoing interpretation, challenging us to find meaning in its suggestive forms.