Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Marc Chagall, ink, 1925
Untitled, by Marc Chagall, ink, 1925

Untitled is an ink print by Marc Chagall. It dates from 1925 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1925 drypoint print by Marc Chagall, part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. The work depicts a solitary female figure in a field, characterized by expressive, loose lines and a predominantly dark palette, evoking a sense of dreaminess and moodiness.

Subject & Meaning

The print's central figure is a woman in a long, dark coat with a fur collar and a hat obscuring her face, hands tucked into pockets and head tilted downward. A secondary, indistinct figure kneels in the background, adding to the scene's enigmatic nature.

Technique & Style

Chagall employed drypoint to create loose, sketchy lines, contributing to the work's dreamy, unfinished appearance. The stark contrast between dark ink and light paper enhances the moody, almost ghostly atmosphere.

History & Provenance

Created in 1925, the print is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern 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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