Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Anne Goldthwaite. It dates from 1929 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Anne Goldthwaite's Untitled (c. 1929) is a drypoint print featuring a quiet, intimate scene. The work depicts a small child seated on the lap of a larger, reclined figure, with the child engrossed in a hand mirror.
Subject & Meaning
The subject conveys a sense of everyday domesticity and gentle interaction. The child's self-absorption with the mirror contrasts with the relaxed posture of the accompanying figure, suggesting a serene, unguarded moment.
Technique & Style
Executed in drypoint, the piece showcases loose, quick lines and simple outlines without shading, imparting a spontaneous, casual quality to the drawing.
History & Provenance
Created around 1929, the print is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Anne Goldthwaite was an American painter and printmaker and an advocate of women's rights and equal rights.
