Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Héctor Basaldua, tempera, 1937
Untitled, by Héctor Basaldua, tempera, 1937

Untitled is a tempera drawing by Héctor Basaldua. It dates from 1937 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Héctor Basaldua's Untitled, a tempera drawing on cardboard created in 1937, is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a bustling street scene with a storefront featuring a red and white striped awning, surrounded by pedestrians and adjacent buildings, capturing a moment of everyday life.

Technique & Style

The use of tempera on cardboard gives the work a distinct texture, while its representational style conveys a sense of ordinary activity.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Héctor Basaldua

Artist

Héctor Basaldua

Héctor Basaldua (1895–1976) was an Argentine artist, born in Pergamino.

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