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Untitled, by Jules Pascin, ink, 1924

Untitled

Jules Pascin

1924

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1924 ink by Jules Pascin, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Jules Pascin
When & what style?
1924
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This sketch shows a woman sitting on a low ledge, her legs bent and arms resting on her knees. She’s drawn in loose, dark lines with quick strokes—her face is simple, her body more suggested than detailed. The background is barely there, just a few faint marks to hint at a wall or curtain. The artist used a scratchy, uneven style, almost like they drew fast or were experimenting. The paper looks rough, and the ink smudges in places, giving it a raw feel. Want to see how this technique works? Check out lithography.

About the artist

Portrait of Jules Pascin
Artist

Jules Pascin

Julius Mordecai Pincas (March 31, 1885 – June 2, 1930), known as Pascin (French: , erroneously or ), Jules Pascin, also known as the "Prince of Montparnasse", was a Bulgarian artist of the School of Paris, known for his paintings and drawings.

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