Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by John Sloan. It dates from 1915 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1915 etching by John Sloan, a prominent figure in the Ashcan School movement.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a barefoot woman in a dimly lit room, her arms outstretched, conveying a sense of movement or yearning. The scene is characterized by heavy shadows and textured surroundings, capturing a moment from everyday life.
Technique & Style
Sloan employed sharp lines and shading to convey the play of light on the subject and her environment, creating depth through the layering of lines in the black-and-white composition.
Context
As a member of the Ashcan School, Sloan focused on urban life in New York City, often drawing from his Chelsea studio surroundings to portray neighborhood scenes and the texture of city living.
Artist & collection
Artist
John French Sloan (August 2, 1871 – September 7, 1951) was an American painter and etcher.
