Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Louis Lozowick, ink, 1932
Untitled, by Louis Lozowick, ink, 1932

Untitled is an ink print by Louis Lozowick. It dates from 1932 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1932 lithograph by Louis Lozowick, held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a steam shovel operating in a desert landscape, emitting smoke from a tall stack, with the harsh sunlight rendered through straight lines. The image reflects Lozowick's interest in the impact of modern machinery on the environment.

Technique & Style

Created using lithography, the work features sharp, clean lines achieved by drawing on stone with a greasy stick, allowing ink to adhere only to the drawn areas.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Louis Lozowick

Artist

Louis Lozowick

Louis Lozowick (1892–1973) was a Ukrainian-born American painter and printmaker. He is recognized as an Art Deco and Precisionist artist, and mainly produced streamline, urban-inspired monochromatic lithographs in a…

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