Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Max Klinger in 1895.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Museum of Modern Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Untitled

Max Klinger , 1895

Untitled is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Max Klinger. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Max Klinger's 1895 print 'Untitled' is an aquatint and etching that exemplifies the artist's work in graphic media. Klinger was a German artist associated with Symbolism, the Vienna Secession, and Jugendstil.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a shadowy figure hanging upside down from a rope in a desolate landscape, with a pale sky and rocky ground. The image is part of a series exploring death, and includes small sketches of a scientist and a clock, potentially referencing time or science.

Technique & Style

Klinger employed aquatint and etching to achieve deep shadows and textured surfaces in 'Untitled'. These techniques allowed for a high level of detail and expressive contrast, characteristic of his graphic work.

History & Provenance

'Untitled' is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting its significance within Klinger's oeuvre and the broader context of late 19th- and early 20th-century art.

Artist & collection

Artist

Max Klinger

Max Klinger (18 February 1857 – 5 July 1920) was a German artist who produced significant work in painting, sculpture, prints and graphics, as well as writing a treatise articulating his ideas on art and the role of…