Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil painting by the Abstract Expressionist artist Evert Lundquist. It dates from 1949 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Evert Lundquist's 1949 oil on canvas painting, titled 'Untitled', is a still life that exemplifies the artist's unique interpretation of Abstract Expressionism. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Technique & Style
The painting features thick, heavy brushstrokes and an impasto technique, where paint is applied in thick layers, creating a textured, almost three-dimensional surface. The uneven mixing of colors contributes to a rough, unfinished appearance.
Subject & Meaning
Two figures, one in dark attire and the other in lighter clothing, stand together, their forms somewhat indistinct. The background, a blend of yellows and browns, suggests a faded landscape or aged wall, adding to the overall ambiguity of the scene.
History & Provenance
Lundquist, born in Stockholm in 1904, was influenced by his artistic relatives and studied under Isaac Grünewald. He became a key figure in Swedish modernism while engaging with international art trends.
Artist & collection
Artist
Evert Ernst Erland Olof Lundquist (17 July 1904 – 4 November 1994) was a Swedish painter and graphic artist.
