Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Leon Golub. It dates from 1950 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1950 lithograph by Leon Golub, part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a face with downward-cast eyes and an open mouth, suggesting a moment of impending emotional expression, whether speech or lament.
Technique & Style
Expressive, dark brushstrokes and bold, gestural lines dominate the composition, set against a muted off-white background, creating a sense of dynamic energy.
History & Provenance
Created in 1950, the lithograph is currently held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Leon Golub was an American painter. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, where he also studied, receiving his BA at the University of Chicago in 1942, and his BFA and MFA at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in…
