Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by George Grosz, ink, 1936
Untitled, by George Grosz, ink, 1936

Untitled is an ink print by George Grosz. It dates from 1936 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is an offset lithograph created by George Grosz in 1936, held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a dramatic scene: a robed figure stands in water, arms outstretched, holding a lantern, set against a dark sky with a full moon and sparse foliage. The image conveys intensity and drama through its composition and contrast.

Technique & Style

Grosz's work is characterized by bold lines and expressive brushstrokes, imbuing the image with energy. The stark contrast between light and dark values adds depth to the scene.

Artist & collection

Portrait of George Grosz

Artist

George Grosz

George Grosz was a German artist known especially for his caricatural drawings and paintings of Berlin life in the 1920s.

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