Untitled
1930
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1930
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows a single, simple shape on a plain background. The form looks like a squashed, lopsided figure with two small circles for eyes and a curved line for a mouth. The lines are drawn in thin, light strokes, almost like a sketch. The whole thing sits against a flat, light-colored canvas. The artist used a mix of oil paint and actual cord to create the lines, giving it a rough, uneven look. This isn’t a realistic figure—it’s more like a playful, abstract doodle. If you like this style, check out Jean (Hans) Arp.