Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil drawing by Antoine Pevsner. It dates from 1923 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Antoine Pevsner's 1923 work, Untitled, is a mixed-media drawing on cardboard, held at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features a floating, abstract form comprising simple shapes, including a white oval and black arch, with curved lines suggesting movement. A bright red stripe near the center contrasts with the otherwise muted color palette.
Technique & Style
Pevsner employed a combination of oil, resin, and carved gesso to achieve a textured, uneven surface. Thick brushstrokes and layered paint add to the work's tactile quality.
Artist & collection
Artist
Antoine Pevsner was a Russian-born French sculptor and the older brother of Alexii Pevsner and Naum Gabo.
