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Untitled

Max Pechstein

1909

watercolor

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Early Modern Nude

Dominant colour

Untitled is a 1909 watercolor by Max Pechstein, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?: Max Pechstein
When & what style?: 1909
Where can I see it?: Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting features a nude woman reclining on her side, with her head resting on her left arm. Her right arm is bent, and her legs are stretched out behind her. The woman's body is outlined in black, while her skin is depicted in shades of yellow and green. Her hair is a deep red. The background of the painting is a light beige color, with blue and yellow brushstrokes scattered throughout. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. To learn more about the artist's use of watercolor, explore the technique of glazing.