Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a gouache drawing by Florence Henri. It dates from 1923 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Florence Henri's 1923 'Untitled' is a drawing that showcases her experimental approach to art, combining various materials and techniques.
Technique & Style
The work features gouache, cut-and-pasted paper, ink, and pencil on paper, resulting in a textured composition with geometric shapes and lines. Contrasting colors add visual interest, while the mixed media creates depth.
Subject & Meaning
The abstract composition includes a red rectangle overlapping a black line, a blue vertical rectangle, and a black circle with a line through it, arranged on a beige background. The arrangement suggests a dynamic interplay between shapes and colors.
Context
Henri's diverse background, including studies in piano and exposure to Futurism, likely influenced her interdisciplinary artistic style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Florence Henri (28 June 1893 – 24 July 1982) was a surrealist artist; primarily focusing her practice on photography and painting, in addition to pianist composition.
