Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Charles Locke, ink, 1936
Untitled, by Charles Locke, ink, 1936

Untitled is an ink print by Charles Locke. It dates from 1936 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1936 lithograph by Charles Locke, one of six in a portfolio. It is a black-and-white print held at The Museum of Modern Art.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts a bustling dock at dusk, where workers unload a fish-laden boat amidst other vessels, set against a city skyline with tall buildings and a church steeple. The focus is on the laborers' manual work rather than the urban backdrop.

Technique & Style

Shading is used to convey the fading light over the water and cityscape, creating a sense of atmosphere. The lithograph's technique involves transferring images onto stone or metal plates, allowing for detailed textures and tonal variations.

Artist & collection

Artist

Charles Locke

Charles Locke (1899–1983) was an American artist.

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