“Pelvis II,” created by Georgia O’Keeffe in 1944, is a prominent piece within the Precisionism art movement. Falling under the figurative genre, this work is part of O’Keeffe’s notable “Pelvis” series. The artwork embodies O’Keeffe’s refined exploration of organic forms through a precise, almost architectural lens.
The artwork depicts an abstract close-up view of a pelvis bone, rendered with a meticulous attention to detail and smooth gradations of light and shadow. Dominated by shades of blue and white, the painting captures the interplay of light as it passes through the bone’s curves and openings, emphasizing the voids and forms within the skeletal structure. The composition is marked by a crisp clarity and a sense of depth that invites contemplation of the natural elegance found within anatomical forms. Through this focused and simplified presentation, O’Keeffe transforms the mundane into the monumental, inviting viewers to see beauty in unexpected places.
