Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil painting by the Abstract Expressionist artist Katherine S. Dreier. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art. Katherine S.
About this work
Overview
Katherine S. Dreier's 1918 oil-on-canvas painting, Untitled, is a representative work of abstract expressionism held by The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features abstract geometric shapes, including circles and triangles, that intersect and overlap. The composition is driven by the interaction of forms and colors rather than representational content.
Technique & Style
Dreier employed thick, impasto paint application, resulting in a textured surface with visible brushstrokes. The use of bold, clashing colors and sharp angles creates a dynamic visual tension.
History & Provenance
Dreier, an American artist and patron, was influenced by European modern art and Marcel Duchamp. Her exposure to Post-Impressionism through her sister Dorothea's work and her own European studies informed her artistic style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Katherine Sophie Dreier (September 10, 1877 – March 29, 1952) was an American artist, lecturer, patron of the arts, and social reformer.
