Uden titel 1940 - 1952

Félix Del Marle made this untitled painting, the dimensions of which are 248 by 170 mm, with an unknown medium. We see a series of coloured geometric shapes and shadows which suggest a view into a series of rooms. Del Marle was part of the French avant-garde in the early 20th century, a period defined by its rejection of academic artistic traditions. One can see the influence of Cubism in his breaking down of three-dimensional space. The work is also influenced by the rise of industrial design. It reflects the era's fascination with technology, modern architecture, and the aesthetics of the machine age. As an historian of art, it's important to note the institutional context in which art like this was displayed and understood. Public museums and galleries began to showcase these radical new forms, influencing public taste and shaping the discourse around modern art. Further research into the manifestos and art criticism of the period, and delving into gallery archives will reveal the significance of pieces like this within the wider history of modernism.