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Untitled

André Derain

1921

graphite

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Early Modern Still Life

Dominant colour

Untitled is a 1921 graphite by André Derain, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?: André Derain
When & what style?: 1921
Where can I see it?: Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This sketch shows a simple still life: three apples and a white cup on a flat surface. The apples are drawn in warm browns, some with faint shadows. The cup is plain, with a handle and a smooth rim. The lines are light and loose, like quick notes. The artist used a soft chalk that blurs edges slightly, making the scene feel sketchy. It looks like they were practicing shapes and light. Next, check out André Derain to see how he worked with color and form.