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Nude

1953

Jean Negulesco

Associated Names

Jean Negulesco

Artist, American, born Romania, 1900 - 1993

The image shows a continuous, flowing line forming an intricate abstract composition. The line curves and loops to create abstract shapes, resembling parts of a human figure or an organic form. The swirling nature of the line is reminiscent of calligraphy or decorative flourishes, suggesting connections to objects like ribbons or tendrils. The use of line creates a dynamic sense of movement across the visual plane.

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Artwork overview

Medium

black felt-tip pen
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Dimensions

overall: 76 x 50.8 cm (29 15/16 x 20 in.)
Accession Number

1980.45.1103

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left: negulesco / 53; lower right in blue ink: To Lessing Rosenwald- / admiringly- / Jean Negulesco- / May1953

Wikidata ID

Q64581032

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