291, No. 9

November 1915

Alfred Stieglitz

Associated Names
Alfred Stieglitz

Editor, American, 1864 - 1946

Georges Braque

Artist, French, 1882 - 1963

Marius de Zayas

Artist, Mexican, 1880 - 1961

Francis Picabia

Artist, French, 1879 - 1953

Pablo Picasso

Artist, Spanish, 1881 - 1973

The image shows an abstract composition of lines, curves, and geometric shapes intersecting and overlapping in a complex arrangement. Thick, dark lines and textured shading define the shapes, resembling strings and the body of a musical instrument. The illustration conveys a structural complexity reminiscent of a musical object, with vertical lines suggesting strings and rounded edges alluding to the instrument's curves.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    journal with reproductions of drawings

  • Credit Line

    New Century Fund

  • Dimensions

    Two sheets, each: 48.3 x 31.7 cm (19 x 12 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2006.25.7

  • Copyright

    © 2012 Estate of Pablo Picasso/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Associated Artworks

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The image displays an arrangement of sharp, angular shapes and lines, with bold geometric forms intersecting the composition. An abstract figure emerges, with a black triangle and pink trapezoid suggesting the profile of a face, while circles reminiscent of eyes add to this impression. The bold black numbers "291" stand prominently above the abstract figure. The overall design resembles an art deco poster or a cubist-inspired drawing.

291, No. 1

Alfred Stieglitz, Marius de Zayas, Agnes Ernst Meyer, Guillaume Apollinaire, Paul Burty Haviland, Pablo Picasso, Edward Steichen

1915

The image shows intersecting lines and curves, forming dynamic triangular and circular shapes. It is an abstract artwork at the bottom of the page. Above this artwork is a structured layout of text divided into columns with headings. The text arrangement is similar to a vintage newspaper or magazine page. The number "291" is prominently displayed at the top of the page.

291, No. 2

Alfred Stieglitz, Francis Picabia, Katharine Nash Rhoades, Agnes Ernst Meyer, Marius de Zayas, Alberto Savinio

1915

The image contains bold, swirling black lines and shapes surrounding the prominent number "291" in the center. The abstract composition uses heavy contrast to create depth and movement. The number "291" stands out amidst surrounding shapes suggesting circular and spiraling forms. The overall effect is a chaotic blend of recognizable numerals and abstract designs.

291, No. 3

Alfred Stieglitz, Abraham Walkowitz, Katharine Nash Rhoades, Agnes Ernst Meyer, Marius de Zayas, Edward Steichen, J.B. Kerfoot

1915

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Francis M. Naumann Fine Art), New York, NY; purchased 2006 by NGA.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

2005

  • Dada, National Gallery of Art, Washington, 2005 - 2006, unnumbered catalogue.

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