Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Jean Charlot. It dates from 1927 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1927 woodcut print by Jean Charlot, held at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print features a crowded scene of angular figures on a platform, climbing, or leaning against walls, some holding objects like hammers or balls. The simplified faces have large eyes and strong lines, contributing to the overall abstracted atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The woodcut technique, involving carving an image into wood and then printing it, yields clean and bold lines. The resulting shapes are sharp and geometric, akin to cut-out paper forms.
Artist & collection
Artist
Louis Henri Jean Charlot was a French-born American painter and illustrator, active mainly in Mexico and the United States.
