Untitled

Untitled

Balthus

1929

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This sketch shows a group of people gathered in a room. The scene is depicted in black ink on paper, with loose lines and expressive brushstrokes. The figures are simplified, with minimal detail, and are arranged in a loose composition. The artist's use of ink creates a sense of spontaneity and energy, as if the scene is unfolding before our eyes. The loose lines and expressive brushstrokes add a sense of movement and dynamism to the piece. To learn more about the artist's technique, explore the concept of cross-hatching.

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