Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a watercolor print by Claude Flight. It dates from 1923 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1923 linoleum cut print with watercolor additions, characterized by an abstract composition of geometric shapes and curved lines. Dominant colors include green, blue, and black, accented with red.
Subject & Meaning
The work does not depict a clear subject or scene, instead emphasizing visual energy and movement. A central spiral shape anchors the composition, with surrounding elements radiating from it.
Technique & Style
The piece combines linoleum cut printing techniques with hand-applied watercolor, resulting in a distinctive blend of precise, geometric forms and softer, expressive coloration.
History & Provenance
Created in 1923 by Claude Flight, the work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Context
Untitled reflects the early 20th-century experimentation with abstraction and innovative printmaking techniques, areas in which Flight was actively engaged.
Artist & collection
Artist
Walter Claude Flight also known as Claude Flight or W. Claude Flight was a British artist who pioneered and popularised the linocut technique in printmaking. He also painted, illustrated and made woodcuts. He was the…
