1944
watercolor
paper
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1944 watercolor by Sari Dienes, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting looks like a quick, loose sketch with bold black lines and splashes of color. A wavy figure stands out in the center, with a round red shape and swirling arms—almost like a person dancing or falling. The background is mostly pale with light blue and pink streaks, giving it a dreamy, unfinished feel. The black ink lines feel urgent, like they were drawn fast, while the watercolor washes add softness. The red spot in the middle might be a face or just a burst of energy—it’s hard to tell. If you like this loose, expressive style, check out watercolor, glazing next.
Sari Dienes was a Hungarian-born American artist. During a career spanning six decades she worked in a wide range of media, creating paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, ceramics, textile designs, sets and costumes…
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