Untitled

Untitled

Marino Marini

1949

oil

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This sketch shows a tall, stick-like figure with its arms stretched wide, as if balancing or falling. The body looks twisted and off-kilter, with one leg bent oddly behind. The lines are rough and uneven, almost like a quick drawing. The colors are mostly gray and brown, with some faint yellow and black marks. The figure’s pose feels unstable, like it’s caught mid-motion or struggling to stay upright. The background is plain, letting the strange shape stand out. If you like this style, check out Marino Marini for more work like this.

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