Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Karel Appel. It dates from 1965 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Karel Appel's 1965 lithograph, Untitled, is a print characterized by bold, vibrant colors and simple forms. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two large, abstract heads facing each other, rendered in thick, expressive brushstrokes and bright hues. The eyes are emphasized as large circles, drawing the viewer's attention.
Technique & Style
The lithographic process allowed Appel to achieve bold colors and sharp lines, contrasting with the loose, gestural quality of the imagery. The print's visual language is marked by simplicity and spontaneity.
History & Provenance
Appel, a founding member of the CoBrA movement, created Untitled in 1965, continuing his exploration of multiple mediums and styles that began during his studies at the Rijksakademie in Amsterdam in the 1940s.
Artist & collection
Artist
Christiaan Karel Appel (pronounced ; 25 April 1921 – 3 May 2006) was a Dutch painter, sculptor, and poet.
