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Network of Stoppages, by Marcel Duchamp, unspecified, 1914

Network of Stoppages

Marcel Duchamp

1914

unspecified

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Network of Stoppages is a 1914 unspecified by Marcel Duchamp, a Dada work, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Marcel Duchamp
When & what style?
1914 · Dada
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting, "Network of Stoppages," is a unique piece by Marcel Duchamp. It features a series of white lines with numbers on them, set against a brown background. The lines are arranged in a way that creates a sense of movement and energy. The use of numbers on the lines adds an extra layer of depth to the painting, suggesting a connection to mathematics or measurement. The brown background provides a neutral backdrop for the white lines, allowing them to take center stage. If you're interested in learning more about Marcel Duchamp's work, you might want to check out the Museum of Modern Art, where this painting is held.

About the artist

Portrait of Marcel Duchamp
Artist

Marcel Duchamp

Henri-Robert-Marcel Duchamp (UK: , US: ; French: ; 28 July 1887 – 2 October 1968) was a French American artist, chess player, and inventor who played a key role in the development of the avant-garde in the United States…

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