Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a tempera painting by the Abstract Expressionist artist Edmondo Bacci. It dates from 1953 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1953 tempera on canvas painting by Edmondo Bacci, exemplifies the abstract expressionist movement. Characterized by a vibrant, clashing color palette and thick, expressive brushstrokes, the work features indistinct forms suggestive of figures or buildings amidst chaotic, layered paint.
Subject & Meaning
While the painting's title remains *Untitled*, its visual turmoil hints at capturing a sense of dynamic energy or disorder. The vague, underlying figures or architectural elements may imply a subconscious or abstracted representation of urban or human experience.
Technique & Style
Bacci employed thick, rapid brushstrokes and a dense, layered application of tempera paint, leveraging its textured, opaque qualities to create a visually intense, almost three-dimensional effect. The medium's egg-yolk binder allowed for bold, durable color.
History & Provenance
Part of Bacci's *Avvenimenti* series, *Untitled* is associated with the Movimento Spaziale, led by Lucio Fontana. The painting is now held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting its significance within mid-20th-century abstract expressionism.
Context
Created during Bacci's involvement with Movimento Spaziale, the work reflects the group's emphasis on spatial experimentation and expressive freedom. Bacci's background at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Venezia also influenced his technical approach.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edmondo Bacci (July 21, 1913 – October 16, 1978) was an Italian painter born in Venice.
