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Untitled, by Mabel Dwight, ink, 1934

Untitled

Mabel Dwight

1934

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1934 ink by Mabel Dwight, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Mabel Dwight
When & what style?
1934
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This black-and-white drawing shows a lively group of people outdoors. A woman in a polka-dot dress holds a child’s hand, while another woman in a long dress walks beside a girl in a frilly outfit. Two men in hats and suits lean against a railing, chatting with the women. Trees and a fence form the background. The artist used bold lines to make the scene feel dynamic, even though it’s just ink on paper. The way the figures overlap and their relaxed poses give it energy. Want to know more? Check out lithography.

About the artist

Portrait of Mabel Dwight
Artist

Mabel Dwight

Mabel Dwight (1875–1955) was an American artist whose lithographs showed scenes of ordinary life with humor and tolerance.

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