Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by James McGarrell. It dates from 1962 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1962 etching by James McGarrell, an American artist known for figurative works. The print is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The black-and-white etching depicts two nude figures in a dimly lit room. One figure reclines on a bed, while the other leans over a chair, highlighting the shapes and textures of the subjects and their surroundings.
Technique & Style
The artist employed a scratchy, textured style, characteristic of etching, to create the image. The lines appear hand-carved, giving the work a rough, drawn quality.
Artist & collection
Artist
James McGarrell (February 22, 1930 – February 7, 2020) was an American painter and printmaker known for painting lush figurative interiors and landscapes.
