Agosta, the Pigeon-Chested Man, and Rasha, the Black Dove
Christian Schad (1894 – 1982)
Christian Schad (1894-1982) was a German painter of Dada & New Objectivity, renowned for his striking portraits capturing post-WWI Vienna & Berlin life. Pioneer of 'Schadographs' and influential in Magic Realism.
Tate Modern (London, United Kingdom)
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About this artwork
- Title: Agosta, the Pigeon-Chested Man, and Rasha, the Black Dove
- Artist: Christian Schad
- Year: 1929
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Tate Modern
- Movement: Magic Realism
- Color palette: Earthy
- Color intensity: Monochromatic


