Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by J. J. Beljon. It dates from 1965 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1965 lithograph, titled 'Untitled', is the work of J. J. Beljon, a Dutch artist with a diverse practice spanning multiple mediums and disciplines.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a structure resembling a bisected building, with two towers flanking a central section. The artist's notes in the corners, including words like 'souvent' and 'montreux', may reference places or concepts that informed the work.
Technique & Style
Characterized by rough, dark lines and varying densities of shape and form, the lithograph has a sketch-like quality. The contrast between empty and densely packed areas adds to the composition's visual interest.
History & Provenance
Created in 1965, 'Untitled' is held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting its significance within Beljon's oeuvre and the broader context of mid-20th-century art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Johannes Jacobus (Joop) Beljon (11 January 1922 - 12 December 2002) was a Dutch artist, academy lecturer, director of academy and writer.
