Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an acrylic painting by the Neo Expressionist artist Jörg Immendorff. It dates from 1980 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1980 acrylic-on-canvas painting by Jörg Immendorff, a German artist associated with the Neue Wilde movement.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a crowded, dimly lit room where people gather, play cards, and converse. A chalkboard with a horse drawing and a window admitting light add to the scene's details, evoking a sense of informal social interaction.
Technique & Style
Characterized by thick, rough brushstrokes and warm colors, the work exemplifies neo-expressionist tendencies. The impasto technique used by Immendorff creates a textured, dynamic effect, contributing to the scene's energetic atmosphere.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting Immendorff's significance within the post-war German art movement.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jörg Immendorff (14 June 1945 – 28 May 2007) was a German painter, sculptor, stage designer and art professor. He was a member of the art movement Neue Wilde.
