Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Elias Friedensohn. It dates from 1962 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Elias Friedensohn's 1962 lithograph, Untitled, is a print work held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art. Characterized by soft grays and whites, the piece focuses on a central image of clasped hands with accompanying, yet blurred, facial forms.
Subject & Meaning
The subject centers on two clasped hands, rendered in realistic detail, contrasted with two faces above that are smudged and vague. This contrast suggests the hands, symbolizing connection or unity, are the primary focus, while the obscured faces downplay individual identity.
Technique & Style
Executed in lithography, the work leverages the medium's capabilities to produce soft, nuanced tonalities in gray and white. The blending of realistic and blurred elements creates a dreamlike or mnemonic quality, with the hands standing out against an undefined background.
History & Provenance
Created in 1962, the lithograph is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, indicating its recognition within the realm of modern art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Elias Friedensohn (1924–1991) was an American artist, born in New York City.
