Untitled
1906
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1906
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1906 graphite by Marie Laurencin, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This sketch shows a close-up face of a person with short, dark hair and a serious expression. The eyes are large and focused, while the mouth stays closed. The artist used only pencil strokes on paper, with no background or extra details. The signature in the corner reads *Marie Laurencin 1906*, marking it as a quick, expressive study. The lines are loose but controlled, giving the face a gentle, almost dreamy feel. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build shadows with layered lines.
