Untitled
1926
gouache
paper
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1926
gouache
paper
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Untitled is a 1926 gouache by Preston Dickinson, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting shows a simple table setup with a few everyday objects. There’s a tall white vase holding a bunch of dark plums and a small yellow fruit, maybe a lemon. Next to it, a blue tablecloth covers the table, and on it sits a glass of water, a greenish plant, and a purple fruit. The light hits the vase and plums from the side, making them stand out. The artist used soft colors and loose lines, giving the scene a quiet, sketchy feel. The objects look real but are drawn in a way that’s a bit abstract—nothing is perfectly smooth or sharp. If you like this style, check out more about pastel as a medium.
William Preston Dickinson (September 9, 1889 – November 25, 1930) was an American modern artist, best known for his paintings of industrial subjects in the Precisionist style.
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