Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Jean Target, 1950
Untitled, by Jean Target, 1950

Untitled is a drawing by Jean Target. It dates from 1950 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a mid-20th century crayon drawing attributed to Jean Target, featuring a depiction of a ballet dancer.

Subject & Meaning

The subject of the drawing is a ballet dancer, suggesting an exploration of elegance, movement, or the performing arts, though specific interpretive depths are not immediately discernible without further contextual information.

Technique & Style

Executed in crayon, the drawing indicates a choice for vibrant, potentially expressive line work and color, characteristic of mid-20th century artistic inclinations towards immediacy and spontaneity.

History & Provenance

Attributed to Jean Target, with creation dated to the mid-20th century; detailed provenance (ownership history) and exhibition record are not provided in available sources.

Artist & collection

Artist

Jean Target

Jean Target carried a tiny sketchbook everywhere, filling margins with quick lines of Parisian rooftops and café corners.