Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Jesús Morales Aguilar, ink, 1933
Untitled, by Jesús Morales Aguilar, ink, 1933

Untitled is an ink print by Jesús Morales Aguilar. It dates from 1933 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a portfolio of twenty-one woodcuts, including a cover, created by Jesús Morales Aguilar around 1933. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The cover illustration depicts a serene scene of two women seated on the ground amidst rocks and trees. One woman holds a small object, while the other looks down at something on the ground, conveying quiet, contemplative activities.

Technique & Style

The artwork showcases Aguilar's use of woodcut technique, characterized by bold black-and-white contrasts. The simple, serene landscape and figurative composition reflect Aguilar's style in this medium.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1933, the portfolio is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art, with the cover bearing the title 'ALBUM DE GRABADOS' and the artist's name 'JESUS MORALES A.'.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Museum of Modern Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.