Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Charles Demuth. It dates from 1929 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a drawing by Charles Demuth, created in 1929 using watercolor and pencil on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a still life arrangement featuring two ears of corn wrapped in green leaves and three light red peaches, set against a light beige background.
Technique & Style
Demuth employed smooth, blended watercolor brushstrokes and pencil details to achieve a soft, delicate appearance. The muted color palette is punctuated by the relatively vibrant peaches.
Context
Still life was a common subject in art, but Demuth's use of soft colors and smooth brushstrokes lends this work a distinct character.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles Henry Buckius Demuth (November 8, 1883 – October 23, 1935) was an American painter who specialized in watercolors and turned to oils late in his career, developing a style of painting known as Precisionism.
