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Untitled, by Dorothea Tanning, ink, 1950

Untitled

Dorothea Tanning

1950

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1950 ink by Dorothea Tanning, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Dorothea Tanning
When & what style?
1950
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

The painting depicts a woman in a long dress standing in front of an open door. The door is tall and rectangular, with a keyhole in the center. The woman's face is not visible, and she is holding a key in her hand. The background of the painting is a mottled gray color, with a subtle texture that suggests a rough, stone-like surface. The overall effect is one of mystery and intrigue, as if the viewer is being invited to step through the doorway and explore the unknown. To learn more about this painting, check out the work of artist Dorothea Tanning.

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