Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Arthur Bowen Davies. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a lithograph created by Arthur B. Davies in 1924. It is a print held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a solitary figure standing by a river, surrounded by trees and foliage. The figure appears to be gesturing towards the water, rendered in loose, expressive lines that convey a sense of movement and spontaneity.
Technique & Style
The work was created using lithography, a technique involving drawing on stone before printing, resulting in a characteristic grainy texture. This method allowed Davies to achieve a rough, sketchy effect that complements the loose lines and expressive quality of the image.
Artist & collection
Artist
Arthur Bowen Davies (September 26, 1862 – October 24, 1928) was an avant-garde American artist and influential advocate of modern art in the United States c. 1910–1928.
