Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil drawing by Georg Baselitz. It dates from 1977 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Georg Baselitz's 1977 Untitled is an oil-on-paper drawing held at The Museum of Modern Art. It is a monochromatic work characterized by expressive brushstrokes and ambiguous forms.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a cluster of indistinct figures or animals, possibly horses, rendered in a loose, gestural style. The rough, black-and-white forms convey a sense of movement and energy.
Technique & Style
Baselitz employed oil paint on paper, allowing the texture of his brushstrokes to remain visible. The bold, uneven lines create a dynamic, almost scribbled effect that suggests weight and motion.
Artist & collection
Artist
Georg Baselitz was a German-Austrian painter, sculptor and graphic artist. In the 1960s he became well known for his figurative, expressive paintings. In 1969 he began painting his subjects upside down in an effort to…
