Modern and Contemporary ArtDrawings1944
By Victor Brauner (Romanian)
Primitive Man is a drawings created in 1944 using wash, graphite, and wax on paper measuring H. 26, W. 20-1/2 inches (66 x 52.1 cm.)inches attributed to Victor Brauner (Romanian) — now part of the Modern and Contemporary Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wash, graphite, and wax on paper |
| Dimensions | H. 26, W. 20-1/2 inches (66 x 52.1 cm.)inches |
| Classification | Drawings |
| Department | Modern and Contemporary Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan L. Halpern, 1980 |
| Date | 1944 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Primitive Man?
Primitive Man is housed in the Modern and Contemporary Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Primitive Man created?
Primitive Man dates to 1944.
What material is Primitive Man made from?
Primitive Man is crafted from wash, graphite, and wax on paper.
Is Primitive Man in the public domain?
Primitive Man 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