Untitled
1907
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1907
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting features a portrait of a person, with a prominent ear and eye on the left side of their face. The subject's facial features are simplified, with bold lines and minimal details. Their head is tilted slightly to the right, and they wear a blue garment with a collar. The background of the painting is a light beige color, with some subtle blue and orange hues visible behind the subject. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance, with a focus on the subject's facial expression and the bold lines used to define their features. For more on the artist's use of watercolor, explore the technique of glazing.