Untitled
1922
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From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1922
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From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This sketch shows a person lying down with their head tilted back, eyes closed, and arms resting on their chest. The lines are loose and quick, giving the figure a soft, almost floating look. The background is plain, so all your focus stays on the body’s shape. The artist used a drypoint needle to scratch into the metal plate, creating a rough, textured line that feels alive. It’s not polished—just raw, like a quick thought captured in motion. Look up drypoint to see how this technique works.