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Untitled, by Jean-Louis Forain, ink, 1909

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Overview

Untitled is a 1909 ink by Jean-Louis Forain, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Jean-Louis Forain
When & what style?
1909
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This sketch shows a man kneeling in an open field, hugging his knees and looking down. His hat lies nearby, and the wind seems to be swirling around him in wild lines. In the background, there are simple buildings and a few trees. The artist used loose, sketchy lines to show movement in the air, almost like the wind is alive. The scene feels quiet but full of energy. Next, look up etching, drypoint to see how artists create these kinds of prints.

About the artist

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Artist

Jean-Louis Forain

Jean-Louis Forain (French pronunciation: ; 23 October 1852 – 11 July 1931) was a French Impressionist painter and printmaker, working in media including oils, watercolour, pastel, etching and lithograph.

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