Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a photographic photography by Ruth Morley. It dates from 1968 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a black-and-white photograph taken by Ruth Morley in 1968, depicting a small sculpture of a rider on a horse. The image is mounted on green cardstock.
Subject & Meaning
The photograph shows a sculpture of a person seated sideways on a horse, holding reins, with the horse standing on a flat base. The rider's face is blurred, suggesting a focus on form over detail. The sculpture's simple, shadowed forms imply it may be a preliminary study.
Technique & Style
The photograph features a grainy texture and a faded green border, enhancing its vintage appearance. The sculpture itself exhibits strong shadows, reminiscent of chiaroscuro, a technique leveraging contrast to create depth.
History & Provenance
Originally sent to art historian William Kineton Parkes as part of a 1920s sculptor survey, the photograph later entered a collection bequeathed by Parkes in 1938.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ruth Morley was an Austrian-born American costume designer, active from the late 1950s through 1991.
