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Natalia Goncharova — Design For The Commedia Dell’arte (a Double-sided Work)
Natalia Goncharova

Design For The Commedia Dell’arte (a Double-sided Work)

1935

A delicate pencil drawing by Russian avant-garde artist Natalia Goncharova, this work explores the theatrical world of the Commedia dell'arte through fluid, expressive lines. The double-sided nature of the piece offers a rare glimpse into Goncharova's creative process, revealing her dynamic approach to character and costume design. The work reflects her deep engagement with stage production and her ability to capture movement and personality through the economy of graphite on paper.

Medium
Pencil on paper

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The Collection of Martha Hyder Online

October 24, 2018

Estimate: $1,000$1,500

Lot 45

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Natalia Goncharova, Design For The Commedia Dell’arte (a Double-sided Work), 1935

A delicate pencil drawing by Russian avant-garde artist Natalia Goncharova, this work explores the theatrical world of the Commedia dell'arte through fluid, expressive lines. The double-sided nature of the piece offers a rare glimpse into Goncharova's creative process, revealing her dynamic approach to character and costume design. The work reflects her deep engagement with stage production and her ability to capture movement and personality through the economy of graphite on paper.

Medium
Pencil on paper
Year
1935
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Double-Sided Work, Commedia Dell'Arte, Modern Pioneer, Russian Artist, Early 20th Century, Figurative Drawing, Russian Avant-Garde, Monochromatic, Stage Costume Design, Female Artist, Theatrical Design, Pencil On Paper

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