Seated Woman 2

"Seated Woman 2" by Willem de Kooning exemplifies his mastery within Abstract expressionism, characterized by vigorous brushwork and dynamic forms. The painting is a provocative Nude painting (nu) that explores the human figure through bold, gestural strokes and distorted anatomy, emphasizing emotional intensity over realism. De Kooning, a Dutch-American artist, was known for blending abstraction with figuration, challenging traditional conventions. His background, from Rotterdam to the United States, and his marriage to painter Elaine Fried, influenced his innovative approach, making "Seated Woman 2" a pivotal work in post-war American art.