Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Ottomar Starke Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1916 lithograph created by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and Ottomar Starke, comprising two prints on recto and verso. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a portrait of a person's face and hands. The figure's head is slightly tilted, with hands resting on their chest, conveying a sense of contemplation or introspection.
Technique & Style
Characterized by rough, uneven lines resembling scribbles, the piece exemplifies the expressive potential of lithography. This technique involves transferring ink from stone to paper, allowing for dynamic mark-making.
History & Provenance
Created in 1916, the work is attributed to both Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and Ottomar Starke. It is currently held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ottomar Starke Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
Ottomar Starke Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (1880–1938) was a German artist.
