Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by Marguerite Zorach. It dates from 1927 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a linoleum cut print created by Marguerite Zorach around 1927. The work is a black-and-white representation of a stylized figure, characteristic of Zorach's experimentation with modernist graphic arts.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a seated woman holding a flower, with the phrase 'A Happy New Year' across the top. The image's stylized forms and bold patterns suggest a celebratory or festive theme, tempered by the simplicity of the black-and-white palette.
Technique & Style
Zorach employed a linoleum cut technique to create the print, achieving a woodcut-like effect through carved lines and pressed ink. The resulting image features sharp lines and bold patterns, reflecting her interest in non-naturalistic form and color.
History & Provenance
The print is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Marguerite Zorach was recognized for her contributions to modern art, winning the 1920 Logan Medal of the Arts.
Artist & collection
Artist
Marguerite Zorach (née Thompson; September 25, 1887 – June 27, 1968) was an American Fauvist painter, textile artist, and graphic designer, and was an early exponent of modernism in America. She won the 1920 Logan Medal of the Arts.
