1942
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Untitled is a 1942 oil by Balthus, a Magic Realism work, held at Museum of Modern Art.
The painting depicts a dimly lit room with a woman sitting on a green velvet couch, her right arm extended above her head. A man lies on the floor, his head resting on a book. A white cat sits beside him, while a brown table with a cloth draped over it stands behind the couch. The room's atmosphere is somber, with muted colors dominating the scene. The woman's attire consists of a blue dress with a red top, while the man wears a white shirt and pants. The couch and table are positioned against a wall adorned with white paneling. This painting, created by Balthus in 1942, is held at The Museum of Modern Art.
Balthasar Klossowski, also known as Balthus, was a Polish-French modern artist. He is known for his erotically charged images of young girls, and the dreamlike quality of his imagery.
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