Lester Johnson, Untitled (Two Women) Signed 1986 Watercolor Modern Figurative

A lyrical figurative watercolor by renowned American artist Lester Johnson depicting two women standing together within a lush, verdant landscape. Executed in 1986, the composition is characterized by Johnson's expressive brushwork, softened forms, and atmospheric palette, creating an intimate and contemplative scene. The artist's distinctive handling of the human figure emphasizes gesture and emotion over strict realism, reflecting his lifelong exploration of the relationship between figure and environment. Signed and dated by the artist, the work exemplifies Johnson's mature style and enduring contribution to postwar American figurative painting.From a private collection; acquired from Donald Morris Gallery, Inc. (original gallery label on verso). In very good condition. Lester Johnson (1919–2010) was an influential American painter celebrated for his expressive figurative works and major contributions to postwar American art. A graduate of the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Johnson exhibited extensively throughout his career, including solo exhibitions at the Whitney Museum of American Art and Marlborough Gallery. His work is held in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art, Whitney Museum of American Art, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Smithsonian American Art Museum, and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Widely regarded as one of the leading figurative painters of his generation, Johnson's work bridged Abstract Expressionism and modern figuration with a uniquely expressive visual language.

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