Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Fairfield Porter, oil, 1959
Untitled, by Fairfield Porter, oil, 1959

Untitled is an oil painting by the American Impressionist artist Fairfield Porter. It dates from 1959 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Fairfield Porter's 1959 oil-on-canvas painting, Untitled, is a still life held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a domestic scene: a table with a vase of white and purple flowers, surrounded by everyday objects like a red bucket, milk carton, and a bowl of oranges, evoking a sense of quiet domesticity.

Technique & Style

The work features muted tones, with the flowers providing a burst of color, and is associated with the American Impressionism movement, reflecting Porter's studies at Harvard and the Art Students' League in New York.

Artist & collection

Artist

Fairfield Porter

Fairfield Porter (June 10, 1907 – September 18, 1975) was an American painter and art critic.

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