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Untitled, by Marie Laurencin, watercolor, 1917

Untitled

Marie Laurencin

1917

watercolor

paper

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1917 watercolor by Marie Laurencin, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Marie Laurencin
When & what style?
1917
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting depicts a woman's profile, with a dark, curly hairstyle and a blue bird perched on her shoulder. The background is a warm, beige color. The woman's face is rendered in soft, gentle lines, with a subtle expression. Her dark hair is styled in loose, flowing curls that frame her face. The blue bird on her shoulder adds a touch of vibrancy to the otherwise muted color palette. The painting's use of watercolor and crayon creates a sense of delicacy and fragility, while the subject's calm demeanor invites the viewer to reflect on the beauty of simplicity. For more on the artist's use of watercolor, explore the technique of glazing.

About the artist

Portrait of Marie Laurencin
Artist

Marie Laurencin

Marie Laurencin (31 October 1883 – 8 June 1956) was a French painter and printmaker. She became an important figure in the Parisian avant-garde as a member of the Cubists associated with the Section d'Or.

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