Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Aleksandr Rodchenko, ink, 1920
Untitled, by Aleksandr Rodchenko, ink, 1920

Untitled is an ink drawing by Aleksandr Rodchenko. It dates from 1920 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Aleksandr Rodchenko's 'Untitled' is a 1920 drawing held at The Museum of Modern Art. Created with ink and colored ink on paper, it showcases the artist's experimentation with line and color.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features a prominent circle formed by red and black lines, intersected by thinner lines, and surrounded by a web-like pattern of gray lines on a beige background. The layered lines create a sense of depth, inviting the viewer to explore the composition.

Technique & Style

Rodchenko employed a range of lines, varying in thickness and color, to achieve a dynamic visual effect. The ink's slight fading adds a layer of subtlety to the work, while the artist's tiny signature in the corner provides a discreet touch.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Aleksandr Rodchenko

Artist

Aleksandr Rodchenko

Aleksander Mikhailovich Rodchenko (Russian: Александр Михайлович Родченко; 5 December 1891 – 3 December 1956) was a Russian and Soviet artist, sculptor, photographer, and graphic designer.

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