Couple c. 20th century

Editor: So, this is "Couple" by Elie Nadelman. It's hard to pinpoint the exact date. The stark, almost geometric forms are striking, but I'm curious about the simplicity. What can you tell me about its composition and form? Curator: Note how Nadelman uses simplified, almost classical, forms. The figures are reduced to essential shapes, focusing on volume and contour. The lines articulate mass rather than detail. What effect does this reduction have on your interpretation? Editor: It makes them seem timeless, almost like statues. Curator: Precisely. The linear execution further enhances a sense of balance and harmony, typical of his formal approach, allowing us to focus on the very essence of human form. Any further questions? Editor: That’s a great observation. I am now able to view the work in a completely different light. Thanks! Curator: You're welcome. It's through this focused looking that we unlock the visual language of art.