Modern and Contemporary ArtPaintings1954
By Victor Brauner (Romanian)
Prelude to a Civilization is a paintings created in 1954 using encaustic and ink on masonite measuring 51 x 79 3/4 in. (129.5 x 202.6 cm) attributed to Victor Brauner (Romanian) — now part of the Modern and Contemporary Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Encaustic and ink on Masonite |
| Dimensions | 51 x 79 3/4 in. (129.5 x 202.6 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Modern and Contemporary Art |
| Credit Line | Jacques and Natasha Gelman Collection, 1998 |
| Date | 1954 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Prelude to a Civilization?
Prelude to a Civilization is housed in the Modern and Contemporary Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Prelude to a Civilization created?
Prelude to a Civilization dates to 1954.
What material is Prelude to a Civilization made from?
Prelude to a Civilization is crafted from encaustic and ink on masonite.
Is Prelude to a Civilization in the public domain?
Prelude to a Civilization is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026