Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Eugene Larkin, ink, 1963
Untitled, by Eugene Larkin, ink, 1963

Untitled is an ink print by Eugene Larkin. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1963 lithograph by Eugene Larkin, currently part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. The work presents a close-up portrait characterized by stark contrast and textured, uneven lines.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a face with hollow eyes and a slightly open mouth, conveying a sense of tension. The subject's emotional state is emphasized through the expressive, rough rendering.

Technique & Style

Larkin employed a lithographic technique that intentionally leaves visible printing marks, resulting in jagged, uneven lines. The palette is restrained, with deep, near-black areas juxtaposed against pale beige.

History & Provenance

Created in 1963, the lithograph is now held in the permanent collection of The Museum of Modern Art, with no specific art movement explicitly associated with the work.

Artist & collection

Artist

Eugene Larkin

Eugene Larkin was an American artist who specialized in woodblock printmaking, lithography, and collage.

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