Nude Figure

1936

John Marin

Associated Names
John Marin

Artist, American, 1870 - 1953

The drawing depicts flowing and curved lines intersecting with geometric patterns to create an enclosed form. The abstract piece suggests a seated human figure, with subtle hints of arms and legs. The background includes angular shapes resembling a checkerboard pattern, and some lines hint at household objects like vases or cups. The composition invites various interpretations.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on wove paper monted on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Norma B. Marin

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 22.2 x 17.5 cm (8 3/4 x 6 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2005.98.78

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Acquired by NGA in 2005, gift of Norma B. Marin.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

in graphite lower right: Marin 36; upper center verso: Marin / 1936 / NBM / 4/8/04 / 8354CY; lower center: 8354CY / #31954; in blue ball point pen upper right verso: 32-16

Wikidata ID

Q64583648

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