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Untitled, by Maurice Denis, ink, 1896

Untitled

Maurice Denis

1896

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1896 ink by Maurice Denis, a Impressionism work, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Maurice Denis
When & what style?
1896 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This image shows a soft, blurred face turned slightly away, with long hair framing it. The background is a pale, smooth color, almost like a faded curtain. At the bottom left, there’s a hint of flowers—just a few petals, barely defined. The painting uses very light, almost ghostly colors, making everything look dreamy. The artist didn’t focus on sharp details, which was a choice back then. If you like this style, check out lithography to see how it works.

About the artist

Portrait of Maurice Denis
Artist

Maurice Denis

Maurice Denis (French: ; 25 November 1870 – 13 November 1943) was a French painter, decorative artist, and writer.

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