Student Artwork Guide — Reclining Nude

Name Class Date

Morris Kantor, Reclining Nude (1927). Reproduced for reference; rights reserved by the rights holder. See this canvas under a moving light: the drawing, the true colour under the varnish, the bare pigment

The facts

Artist: Morris Kantor artsdot.com/en/artists/morris-kantor/
Artist’s dates: 1896 – 1974
Painted: 1927
Original size: 74 x 135 cm

Copyright This work is still under copyright. Morris Kantor died in 1974; copyright lasts 70 years after the artist’s death, so it remains in force until 2044. The image is shown here for classroom reference; rights remain with the rights holder.

Reclining Nude — Morris Kantor

How big is it?

The original measures 74 × 135 cm (height × width), drawn here beside an adult of average height.

When was this painted?

main years
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Row above: the years. Row below: how old the artist was at the start and at the end of each span — 0 at birth, 78 at death.

Painted when the artist was 31. The artist lived to 78. 16 of the 38 dated works by this artist in our catalogue came earlier.

Shaded: the lifetime of Morris Kantor (1896–1974) ▲ this work, 1927 every dated painting, decade by decade

First works: up to 1919 Main working years: 1919–1944 Late works: from 1944

Those three bands split the works this catalogue has a date for into a first quarter, a middle half and a last quarter. They are not the artist’s complete output: a thin stretch may be a gap in the record rather than a quiet spell. The same years with the artist’s life laid along them

Compare with

Baseball at Night, 1934 artsdot.com/en/art/morris-kantor-baseball-at-night-AQZG9N-en/
Synthetic Arrangement, 1922 artsdot.com/en/art/morris-kantor-synthetic-arrangement-AS7RWH-en/
Tension, 1936 artsdot.com/en/art/morris-kantor-tension-AQZG8Y-en/

Pick one work above: name two things it shares with this one, and one thing that's different.

More works to set beside this one: artsdot.com/en/art/similar/morris-kantor-reclining-nude-AS7RW9-en/

Colours

Measured from the image

Main colour

Black #151215

Catalogued palette

#151215
#AEA07C
#645636
#182153

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Palette: Earthy The dominant colour family in the image.
Main colour name: Black
Intensity: Monochromatic How saturated and varied the colours are, from a single toned-down hue to many bright ones.
Contrast: Statement How much the colours differ in lightness and saturation across the picture.
Harmony: Softly Mixed Palette How well the colours work together, from clashing to fully unified.
Brightness: Deep_shadow How light or dark the picture reads overall, from deep shadow to bright highlight.
Saturation: Subtle Color How pure and strong the colours are, from near-grey to fully vivid.

Where in the world is this painting looked at?

under 1%
1–3%
3–8%
8–20%
20% and over

This painting alone has too few recorded visitors to map, so the plate reads every work by Morris Kantor over the last twelve months — 3 countries in all. Where these figures come from

The ten leading countries

1 China 83.3%
2 Japan 8.3%
3 United States of America 8.3%

Find the three darkest countries on the map. Is the museum that keeps this painting in any of them? Write down one reason people far away might look at it.

The 10 most looked-at works by Morris Kantor

1 Baseball at Night, 1934 29.4%
2 Synthetic Arrangement, 1922 11.8%
3 (Untitled Standing Nude), 1930 11.8%
4 (Untitled Seated Nude with Three Ribs), 1919 11.8%
5 Reclining Nude, 1927 this painting 5.9%
6 Captain's House, 1929 5.9%
7 Tranquility, 1949 5.9%
8 Untitled, from the series Monhegan, 1944 5.9%
9 (Untitled Standing Female, Side View, with Knobby Knees), 1919 5.9%
10 (Untitled Seated Nude with Prominent Bones), 1918 5.9%

Together these works take 100.0% of all the attention this artist's paintings received over the last twelve months. The catalogue holds 38 works by this artist, of which 10 were looked at at least once. This painting ranks 5 of them, with 5.9% of that attention. The same counts, month by month

Bars measure attention, not quality. Pick the work at the top and this one: name one thing that might make a painting famous beyond how well it is painted.

Reclining Nude — Morris Kantor

The Reclining Nude by Morris Kantor is a masterpiece that embodies the essence of modern art. Created in 1927, this oil on linen painting measures 29 x 53 1/8 inches and is part of the collection at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. This artwork is a testament to Kantor's skill and attention to detail, showcasing his ability to capture the essence of a scene with precision and elegance.

Artistic Style and Technique

Kantor's style is characterized by his use of bold lines, vibrant colors, and a sense of intimacy. The Reclining Nude is no exception, featuring a woman lying on her side in a peaceful and serene environment. The painting's composition creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. You can find more information about this artwork on AllPaintingsStore. Key Features of the Painting:

The woman's body is the main focus, but there are also other elements present in the scene, such as a clock on the wall and two couches.

The painting's color palette is muted, with shades of blue and beige dominating the scene.

The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, adding to the overall sense of energy and movement in the painting.

You can also learn more about Morris Kantor on Wikipedia.

Conclusion

The Reclining Nude by Morris Kantor is a stunning example of modern art. Its unique blend of style, technique, and composition makes it a must-see for anyone interested in the genre. If you're looking to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your home or office, consider purchasing a handmade oil painting reproduction of this masterpiece from AllPaintingsStore.

With its commitment to quality and attention to detail, AllPaintingsStore is the perfect destination for art lovers looking to own a piece of history. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting your collection, the Reclining Nude by Morris Kantor is sure to be a treasured addition.

Artist

Morris Kantor

Where to read more

The artist Morris Kantor artsdot.com/en/artists/morris-kantor/
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Find this online

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Cite this artwork

MLA: Kantor, Morris. Reclining Nude. 1927, https://artsdot.com/en/art/morris-kantor-reclining-nude-AS7RW9-en/
APA: Kantor, Morris (1927). Reclining Nude [Painting]. https://artsdot.com/en/art/morris-kantor-reclining-nude-AS7RW9-en/
Chicago: Morris Kantor. Reclining Nude. 1927. https://artsdot.com/en/art/morris-kantor-reclining-nude-AS7RW9-en/
Harvard: Kantor, Morris (1927) Reclining Nude. Available at: https://artsdot.com/en/art/morris-kantor-reclining-nude-AS7RW9-en/

Reclining Nude — Morris Kantor

Look closely

Answer in your own words. There are no wrong answers here — only answers you can explain.

What catches your eye first, and why?
Which colours or shapes create the mood — and what is that mood?
Look back at Baseball at Night (1934), earlier in this guide. Name two things it shares with this work, and one that is different.
Morris Kantor was about 31 when this was made. What in it looks like the work of an artist at that stage?
What might the artist have wanted you to feel?

Your response

Write a short paragraph about this artwork. Use the facts from the earlier parts of this guide, and your answers above.

Questions & Answers

What color intensity does "Reclining Nude" by Morris Kantor have?

"Reclining Nude" by Morris Kantor shows a monochromatic color intensity.

How do the colors of "Reclining Nude" relate to each other?

The color harmony of "Reclining Nude" is recorded as softly mixed palette.

How is the color composition of "Reclining Nude" by Morris Kantor built?

The color composition of "Reclining Nude" by Morris Kantor combines a statement contrast with a softly mixed palette harmony.