Match Woman 1925

"Match Woman" (1925) by French artist Francis Picabia is a prime example of Dadaist art. The abstract portrait uses fragmented lines and geometric shapes to represent a woman's face, utilizing matchsticks and a thin white line as elements. This work is known for its playfulness, challenging traditional artistic conventions and embracing nonsensical humor. Picabia's use of simple objects and an unconventional style, paired with the absurd title, exemplifies the Dadaist movement's focus on rebellion and the rejection of conventional art forms.