Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Marie Laurencin. It dates from 1923 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
This print was made in 1923 using a process called lithography, where ink is applied to a smooth stone or plate.
This sketch shows a woman with a pale face and dark, serious eyes. Her hair is pulled back under a hat, and she wears a dark collar. The lines are soft and sketchy, like quick pencil strokes.
The artist signed it in the corner—Marie Laurencin. This print was made in 1923 using a process called lithography, where ink is applied to a smooth stone or plate.
Check out lithography to see how artists like Laurencin made prints this way.
Overview
This 1923 lithograph by Marie Laurencin is a characteristic example of her work within the Parisian avant-garde, associated with the Cubist movement through the Section d'Or. The piece showcases her distinctive printmaking style.
Subject & Meaning
The lithograph depicts a woman with a serene yet serious demeanor, distinguished by a pale face, dark eyes, a hat, and a dark collar. Her expression and attire suggest a sense of subdued elegance.
Technique & Style
Executed in soft, muted tones with delicate, sketchy lines reminiscent of quick pencil strokes, the work exemplifies Laurencin's signature approach to form and composition, blending subtlety with expressive simplicity.
History & Provenance
Created in 1923, the lithograph was made using the lithographic process, where ink is applied to a smooth stone or plate. The artist's signature in the corner authenticates the piece.
Context
This work reflects Laurencin's contribution to the experimental spirit of the Parisian avant-garde and the Cubist movement, particularly through her association with the Section d'Or, a group promoting innovative artistic practices.
Legacy
As part of Laurencin's oeuvre, the lithograph contributes to her legacy as a pioneering female artist of the early 20th century, known for her unique blend of delicacy and modernist experimentation in both painting and printmaking.
Artist & collection
Artist
Marie Laurencin (31 October 1883 – 8 June 1956) was a French painter and printmaker. She became an important figure in the Parisian avant-garde as a member of the Cubists associated with the Section d'Or.
