Great Peconick Bay L.I. N.Y. 

David Burliuk painted "Great Peconick Bay L.I. N.Y." in 1945 using watercolor on paper. Burliuk was a central figure in the development of Russian Futurism, a movement that sought to break with artistic traditions. This painting, created later in his life after he had emigrated to America, shows his continued interest in capturing the energy and dynamism of the modern world. The wispy brushstrokes evoke a sense of light, air, and movement, all of which reflect the artistic and cultural exchanges between Europe and America during the mid-20th century. Consider the historical context of this work. It was created in the wake of World War II. Researching the cultural and political climate of the time would offer insight into Burliuk’s perspective on nature and society, and we might understand his role as an émigré artist shaping and being shaped by American art institutions.