Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Jörg Immendorff. It dates from 1985 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1985 drawing by Jörg Immendorff, a German artist associated with the Neue Wilde movement. The work is executed in watercolor and pencil on paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a chaotic scene with a shirtless figure waving a stick above a crowd of small green figures, while suited men observe from above. The background features scribbled text, including phrases like 'Klassik Restriction' and 'Plenumskritik', suggesting a commentary on art or politics.
Technique & Style
Immendorff employed rapid, expressive lines to convey energy and tension. The watercolor application is rough and layered, with vivid colors clashing in uneven strokes, creating a dynamic visual effect.
History & Provenance
Created in 1985, Untitled is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Immendorff, born in 1945, was a multifaceted artist who worked as a painter, sculptor, stage designer, and art professor until his death in 2007.
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.
