Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil painting by the Abstract Expressionist artist Ivan Serpa. It dates from 1954 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is an abstract oil on canvas painting created by Ivan Serpa in 1954, held at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features three overlapping circles against a light background, with two filled in dark green and deep purple, and the third left as an outline. The circles are non-representational, serving as simple geometric shapes.
Technique & Style
The colors are applied flatly, without shading or texture, emphasizing clean lines and simple color choices to define the forms.
Context
This work exemplifies a style that eschews traditional techniques like chiaroscuro, which uses light and shadow to create depth and volume.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ivan Ferreira Serpa was a Brazilian painter, draftsman, printmaker, designer, and educator active in the concrete art movement.
