Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a charcoal drawing by Georg Baselitz. It dates from 1975 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1975 drawing by Georg Baselitz, executed in charcoal, pencil, and colored ink on paper, currently part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a figure seated in a chair, enveloped in a heavy coat. The subject's portrayal emphasizes volume and texture over detail, suggesting a focus on the physical presence of the figure within its environment.
Technique & Style
Characterized by thick, scratchy lines and rapid execution, the work intentionally adopts a rough, unpolished aesthetic. Dark, expressive marks dominate the representation of the coat and chair, while the background is reduced to indistinct blue and gray smudges.
History & Provenance
Created in 1975, the drawing is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art, though specific details of its acquisition or earlier ownership are not provided here.
Context
The piece's emphasis on expressive, heavy lines and prioritization of shadow and texture aligns with Baselitz's exploration of gestural drawing techniques prevalent in the late 20th century.
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…
