Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a gouache drawing by Paul Cadmus. It dates from 1939 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Paul Cadmus's 1939 'Untitled' is a drawing that showcases a figure in a ballet pose, created with a mix of ink, pencil, colored ink, and gouache on paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a single figure in a specific ballet position, suggesting a study of classical dance forms. As part of a series on ballet positions, it likely aimed to capture and convey the nuances of these poses.
Technique & Style
Executed in a range of media, the work combines the precision of drawing with the expressiveness of color. The simplicity of the details belies the specificity and accuracy of the pose, indicating a careful observation of the human form.
Context
Cadmus's work often explored themes of the human figure, and this drawing is consistent with his interest in capturing detailed representations of the body in various contexts, including dance.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paul Cadmus (December 17, 1904 – December 12, 1999) was an American artist widely known for his egg tempera paintings of gritty social interactions in urban settings.
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