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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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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.

National Gallery of Art · Print

A Peasant Woman Goes for Water

Kazimir Severinovich Malevich

Date
1913
Medium
lithograph in black on wove paper
Dimensions
sheet: 13 x 12 cm (5 1/8 x 4 3/4 in.)
Classification
Print
Accession number
1995.77.6
Credit line
Gift of Frank R. and Jeannette H. Eyerly
Time span
1901 to 1925
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • female
  • figure
  • Russian
  • lithograph
  • Peasant
  • Woman
Inscription

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

NGA object ID 93945. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.