Artwork
Network of Stoppages
Network of Stoppages is an unspecified painting by Marcel Duchamp. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Network of Stoppages is a 1914 painting by Marcel Duchamp, a French-American artist associated with the Dada movement. The work is characterized by white lines with accompanying numbers set against a brown background.
Subject & Meaning
The painting's composition creates a sense of movement and energy through its arrangement of lines. The inclusion of numbers suggests a link to mathematical or measurement concepts, adding complexity to the work's interpretation.
Technique & Style
Duchamp's experimental approach is evident in the painting's unconventional use of lines and numbers. The contrast between the white lines and brown background emphasizes the former, creating a dynamic visual effect.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the collection at the Museum of Modern Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Henri-Robert-Marcel Duchamp (UK: , US: ; French: ; 28 July 1887 – 2 October 1968) was a French American artist, chess player, and inventor who played a key role in the development of the avant-garde in the United States…
