Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Mario Avati. It dates from 1952 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1952 lithograph by Mario Avati, currently in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman with curly hair and a wide collar, holding a fan, set against a vaguely defined urban backdrop featuring a 'Metropolitain' sign, suggesting a city or subway setting with dreamlike, unsettling undertones.
Technique & Style
Avati employed a rough, sketchy lithographic technique, resulting in a fuzzy background with indistinct figures, which contributes to the image's surreal and somewhat disquieting atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Created in 1952, the work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, though specific acquisition details are not provided here.
Artist & collection
