Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Marc Chagall, graphite, 1915
Untitled, by Marc Chagall, graphite, 1915

Untitled is a graphite drawing by Marc Chagall. It dates from 1915 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1915 pencil drawing on paper by Marc Chagall, part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing portrays a woman in dynamic pose, dressed in a flowing garment and headscarf, conveying a sense of movement. Her face is averted to the left, with her right arm drawn towards her chest, suggesting introspection or emotional gesture.

Technique & Style

Chagall's pencil work captures the subject's movement through loose, expressive lines. A light brown background features faint, discernible writing, while the foreground emphasizes the flowing dress and scarf, accentuating the impression of wind and energy.

History & Provenance

Created in 1915, the work is now held in the permanent collection of The Museum of Modern Art.

Context

This piece reflects Chagall's early 20th-century style, blending figurative representation with expressive, dreamlike elements characteristic of his oeuvre.

Legacy

As part of MoMA's collection, 'Untitled' contributes to the global understanding and appreciation of Chagall's artistic development and contributions to 20th-century art.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Marc Chagall

Artist

Marc Chagall

Marc Chagall was a Russian and French artist of Jewish ancestry. An early modernist, he was associated with the École de Paris, as well as several major artistic styles and created works in a wide range of artistic…

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