A Peasant Woman Goes for Water

1913

Kazimir Severinovich Malevich

Associated Names
Kazimir Malevich

Artist, Russian, 1878 - 1935

The image depicts a complex arrangement of geometric shapes and angular lines. Triangles, rectangles, and shaded areas interlock to create an abstract composition with a patchwork-like appearance. There are forms that resemble figures or structures found in urban landscapes. The drawing consists of sharp edges and varying shades of gray. The interplay of shapes suggests movement and interaction, prompting viewers to examine how these forms align into recognizable patterns.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph in black on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Frank R. and Jeannette H. Eyerly

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 13 x 12 cm (5 1/8 x 4 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1995.77.6

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Karshan, no. 3

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

2007

  • Modernism: Designing a New World 1914-1939. The Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, 17 March 2007 - 29 July 2007.

Bibliography

1975

  • Karshan, Donald. Malevich, The Graphic Work: 1913-1930. A Print Catalogue Raisonné. Jerusalem, The Israel Museum, 1975.

Inscriptions

in Russian letters, here transcribed, across bottom in stone: K. Malevich / Krestjanka idet po vodu

Wikidata ID

Q75395894

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