Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Odilon Redon, watercolor, 1900
Untitled, by Odilon Redon, watercolor, 1900

Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Odilon Redon. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Odilon Redon's 'Untitled' is a 1900 drawing on paper, combining watercolor, pencil, and conté crayon. It exemplifies the artist's later work, characterized by a shift away from his earlier dark style.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a simple blue vase with a loose bouquet of flowers, rendered in soft pinks and reds. A small face in the corner gazes up at the flowers, adding a subtle narrative element to the otherwise straightforward still life.

Technique & Style

Redon employed light washes of color and loose pencil strokes to create a dreamy, sketch-like effect. The flowers are suggested rather than precisely drawn, contributing to the piece's ethereal quality.

Untitled
Untitled, André Masson

Artist & collection

Portrait of Odilon Redon

Artist

Odilon Redon

Odilon Redon (born Bertrand Redon; French: ; 20 April 1840 – 6 July 1916) was a French Symbolist draftsman, printmaker, and painter.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Odilon Redon in 1900.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Museum of Modern Art.