Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil painting by the Abstract Expressionist artist Jackson Pollock. It dates from 1947 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1947 painting by Jackson Pollock combines oil on canvas with embedded objects like nails, coins, and buttons. The work is characterized by its textured, layered surface and abstract composition.
Technique & Style
Pollock's innovative method involved pouring and splashing paint onto a horizontal canvas, creating an all-over composition without a focal point. The incorporation of found objects adds a collage element, enhancing the work's textured, three-dimensional quality.
Subject & Meaning
The painting does not depict a recognizable subject, instead conveying a sense of raw energy through its abstract, expressive composition.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, exemplifying Pollock's central role in the abstract expressionist movement.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paul Jackson Pollock (; January 28, 1912 – August 11, 1956) was an American painter.
