Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil painting by Mikhail Larionov. It dates from 1912 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is an abstract oil painting on canvas by Mikhail Larionov, dated 1912, and is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Technique & Style
The painting features thick, uneven brushstrokes and impasto, a technique where paint is applied in heavy layers, creating a textured surface. Bold colors and jagged shapes are juxtaposed with darker tones, producing a dynamic visual effect.
Subject & Meaning
The work lacks a clear subject, instead presenting a swirling composition that engages the viewer. The abstract arrangement of colors and shapes conveys a sense of energy.
Artist & collection
Artist
Mikhail Fyodorovich Larionov was a Russian avant-garde painter who worked with radical exhibitors and pioneered the first approach to abstract Russian art.
