Untitled
1916
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1916
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting looks like a mix of sharp shapes. Big black and gray triangles sit on a white base. To the right, a blue square leans against a red-brown border. The colors are bold—no soft edges here. The paint looks thick in spots, almost like it was slapped on. The artist used flat colors and hard lines. It’s not trying to look real or pretty. The way the shapes push against each other feels a little off-balance. If you like this style, look up Alexandra Exter.