Untitled

Untitled

Henri Laurens

1929

charcoal

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This sketch depicts a nude female figure, rendered in charcoal and pencil on paper. The woman's body is contorted, with her head tilted back and her arms raised above her head. Her face is obscured, and her features are not clearly defined. The sketch is characterized by bold, expressive lines and subtle shading, which create a sense of depth and texture. The overall effect is one of fluidity and movement, as if the woman is in mid-motion. For more works by Henri Laurens, explore his oeuvre at The Museum of Modern Art.

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