Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by John Marin. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1924 etching by John Marin, exemplifies the artist's modernist interpretation of urban landscape. Characterized by loose, expressive lines and a dynamic composition, the print captures a bustling city scene.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a chaotic city street with skewed, towering buildings, a bridged intersection, and blurred, indistinct figures (possibly people or horses) in motion. This abstraction conveys the frenetic energy of urban life.
Technique & Style
Marin employed a sharp etching tool to scratch bold, wobbly lines into a metal plate, resulting in a print with pronounced, dark ink lines. The technique emphasizes spontaneity and expressive brushwork, akin to quick sketches.
History & Provenance
Created in 1924, *Untitled* is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting Marin's established presence within American modernism.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Marin (December 23, 1870 – October 2, 1953) was an early American modernist visual artist. He is known for his abstract landscape paintings and watercolors.
