Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by George Biddle, ink, 1933
Untitled, by George Biddle, ink, 1933

Untitled is an ink print by George Biddle. It dates from 1933 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1933 lithograph by George Biddle, part of a portfolio of six prints. The work is a black-and-white portrait characterized by rough, sketchy lines.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a man with a serious expression, thick hair, and a short beard. The image conveys a sense of solemnity, reflecting Biddle's engagement with contemporary social themes.

Technique & Style

Biddle employed lithography, a technique allowing direct drawing onto a stone or metal plate, resulting in hand-done, uneven lines that contribute to the work's expressive quality.

History & Provenance

The lithograph is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Biddle, a close associate of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, later played a role in establishing the Federal Art Project under the Works Progress Administration.

Artist & collection

Portrait of George Biddle

Artist

George Biddle

George Biddle (January 24, 1885 – November 6, 1973) was an American painter, muralist and lithographer, best known for his social realism and combat art.

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