Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Jules Pascin. It dates from 1917 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1917 etching with drypoint by Jules Pascin, presents a densely populated composition characterized by chaotic, small figures and shapes, alongside integrated text elements, executed in rough, uneven lines.
Subject & Meaning
While Pascin is known for depicting women in casual poses, this work diverges with its crowded, undistinguished figures and mixed textual elements, suggesting a departure from his typical thematic focus.
Technique & Style
The piece showcases Pascin's use of etching and drypoint, evident in the varied line qualities and depths, achieved by scratching into a metal plate with a sharp tool, allowing for expressive, textured printing.
History & Provenance
Created in 1917 by Pascin, associated with the School of Paris, the work is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Context
Reflecting Pascin's eclectic background (educated in Vienna and Munich, later an American citizen), and his prominence in Montparnasse's artistic scene, the work embodies the era's creative experimentation.
Artist & collection
Artist
Julius Mordecai Pincas (March 31, 1885 – June 2, 1930), known as Pascin (French: , erroneously or ), Jules Pascin, also known as the "Prince of Montparnasse", was a Bulgarian artist of the School of Paris, known for his paintings and…
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