Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Jackson Pollock. It dates from 1937 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Created circa 1937, this lithograph by Jackson Pollock belongs to the Museum of Modern Art’s collection. It predates the artist’s later development of the drip painting method that would define his reputation within Abstract Expressionism.
Subject & Meaning
The image consists of interlaced, indistinct forms rendered in black, white, and gray. The tangled silhouettes suggest figures in motion—some appearing upright, others collapsing—conveying a sense of chaotic interaction without a clearly defined narrative.
Technique & Style
Executed through traditional lithography, Pollock transferred ink onto a limestone surface before pressing it onto paper. The process yields uneven, smudged lines that give the work a raw, sketch‑like quality, contrasting with the smoother finishes of his later paintings.
History & Provenance
The print was produced during Pollock’s early artistic period, prior to his relocation to New York and the emergence of his signature style. It entered MoMA’s holdings as part of the museum’s effort to document the full span of his career.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paul Jackson Pollock (; January 28, 1912 – August 11, 1956) was an American painter.
