Untitled

Untitled

Robert Delaunay

1927

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This drawing shows a tall, empty room with high, curved arches. The walls are dark, almost black, while the arches stand out in a lighter, chalky white. Two small windows let in a sliver of light, and the floor has a few faint marks—maybe footprints or shadows. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to make the space feel uneven and alive. The light from the windows cuts across the arches, making them look like waves or ribbons. If you like this style, check out lithography to see how artists create prints like this.

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