Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Tancrède Synave, ink, 1896
Untitled, by Tancrède Synave, ink, 1896

Untitled is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Tancrède Synave. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a lithograph by Tancrède Synave, created in 1896, and is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a theater program cover for 'The Invisible Soul', featuring simple, bold text and a thin border in black ink on cream paper.

Context

It was one of 50 lithographs in 'The Beraldi Album of Theatre Programs', created for Paris's Théâtre Libre, a theater known for showcasing innovative plays.

Technique & Style

The work is a lithograph, a printmaking technique that allows for bold, expressive designs.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Tancrède Synave

Artist

Tancrède Synave

Tancrède Julien Synave was a French painter. He was born in 1870 and died in 1936. He is known for his portraits of women in the Parisian high society.

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