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Untitled, by Abraham Walkowitz, watercolor, 1932

Untitled

Abraham Walkowitz

1932

watercolor

paper

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1932 watercolor by Abraham Walkowitz, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Abraham Walkowitz
When & what style?
1932
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting depicts a nude woman in a kneeling position, her body facing away from the viewer. Her arms are raised above her head, with her hands touching. The woman's hair is dark and short, and she is wearing a yellow dress that appears to be made of a lightweight material. The background of the painting is a light gray color, which provides a subtle contrast to the warm tones of the woman's skin and dress. The artist's use of watercolor creates a sense of delicacy and fragility, which is fitting for the subject matter. The painting's composition is simple yet effective, drawing the viewer's attention to the woman's graceful pose. If you're interested in exploring more works by this artist, check out Abraham Walkowitz.

About the artist

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Artist

Abraham Walkowitz

Abraham Walkowitz (March 28, 1878 – January 27, 1965) was a Russian–American painter who was among the first generation of American modernists.

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