Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Lyonel Feininger. It dates from 1921 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1921 woodcut by Lyonel Feininger, depicts a serene village scene in stark black-and-white. The composition features simple, geometric shapes representing houses, trees, boats, and figures, characterized by thick lines and sharp edges.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows a small village situated by a body of water, with everyday activities: two people walking near the shore and a horse-drawn cart on the road. The subject conveys a sense of tranquility and simplicity.
Technique & Style
Feininger employed a single wood block to carve the entire image, utilizing the woodcut technique to achieve the distinctive monochromatic look with raised lines printing in black, devoid of shading.
History & Provenance
Untitled is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, highlighting its recognition within the modern art canon.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lyonel Charles Adrian Feininger was a German-American painter, and a leading exponent of Expressionism.
