Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink drawing by Ludwig Meidner. It dates from 1917 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1917 ink drawing on paper by Ludwig Meidner, is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. The work focuses on a portrait of a man, characterized by bold black lines against a tan background.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, a man wearing a hat with a button, is depicted with eyes cast downward and mouth set in a firm line, conveying intensity and contemplation. His introspective expression invites the viewer to speculate about his thoughts.
Technique & Style
Meidner employed bold strokes to define the subject's features and utilized cross-hatching to achieve depth and texture, enhancing the overall visual interest of the portrait.
History & Provenance
Created in 1917, the drawing is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art, though specific details of its acquisition or earlier ownership are not provided here.
Context
This work reflects Meidner's practice during World War I, a period when his art often expressed the anxiety and introspection prevalent in the era. His expressive, bold style was influenced by Expressionist movements.
Legacy
As part of Meidner's oeuvre, 'Untitled' contributes to the broader legacy of Expressionist drawing, characterized by emotive intensity and bold technique. It remains a significant example of his work from this period.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ludwig Meidner was a German expressionist painter and printmaker born in Bernstadt, Silesia.
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Selbstbildnis im Strohhut, als Brustbild (Self-Portrait in a Straw Hat, Bust Length)
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Selbstbildnis 1919 (Self-Portrait 1919)