Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by André Dunoyer de Segonzac, ink, 1935
Untitled, by André Dunoyer de Segonzac, ink, 1935

Untitled is an ink print by André Dunoyer de Segonzac. It dates from 1935 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled, an etching by André Dunoyer de Segonzac from 1935, is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. The work depicts a person's face and shoulders in loose, expressive lines.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, rendered in informal, spontaneous manner, appears relaxed, with a hand holding an indeterminate object, possibly a cigarette, conveying a sense of everyday, intimate moment.

Technique & Style

Characterized by scratchy, uneven lines suggestive of rapid execution, the etching embraces a sketch-like quality. The rough paper edge further emphasizes its spontaneous, unfinished appearance.

History & Provenance

Created in 1935, the etching is now held in the permanent collection of The Museum of Modern Art, though specific acquisition details are not provided here.

Context

While the etching's context within Segonzac's broader oeuvre is not detailed here, its style reflects the early 20th-century inclination towards expressive, less polished artistic expressions.

Legacy

The legacy of this specific etching is not extensively outlined in available information, though it contributes to the broader understanding of mid-20th-century printmaking techniques and spontaneous artistic practices.

Artist & collection

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