Untitled

Untitled

Georges Rouault

1934

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From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting shows two figures in a stark, black-and-white world. The standing figure is tall, wearing a loose, draped robe with a belt, and has a serious face. The other figure sits on the ground, smaller and simpler, looking up with their hands resting on their knees. The background is mostly dark, with a few bold lines framing the scene. The artist used thick, dark lines and solid blocks of color to create strong shapes. The contrast between light and dark makes the figures stand out sharply. If you like this style, look up Georges Rouault.

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