Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Herzl Emanuel, ink, 1937
Untitled, by Herzl Emanuel, ink, 1937

Untitled is an ink print by Herzl Emanuel. It dates from 1937 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled, a 1937 lithograph by Herzl Emanuel, is part of a portfolio of thirty-one prints. It is currently in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.

Subject & Meaning

The lithograph depicts distorted, overlapping buildings with jagged lines, uneven strokes, and partially visible text ('STORA'). The dynamic composition conveys a sense of movement and instability.

Technique & Style

Characterized by sharp, uneven strokes and overlapping shapes, the work showcases Emanuel's expressive use of lithography. The bold, black marks on paper create a high-contrast, abstracted representation of architecture.

History & Provenance

Created in 1937, the work is signed 'EMANU-EL' with the date '37'. Its provenance is documented through its current holding at The Museum of Modern Art, though specific circumstances of its creation are not elaborated.

Artist & collection

Artist

Herzl Emanuel

Herzl Emanuel (1914–2002) was an American artist.

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