Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Otto Dix. It dates from 1920 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1920 drawing by Otto Dix, executed in pencil on paper. It is part of the collection at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a nude woman wearing lacy stockings and high heels, with her arms raised. The title 'Give Your Molly!' is inscribed at the top, suggesting a playful or cheeky tone.
Technique & Style
The sketch is characterized by loose, quick lines that emphasize the figure's bodily contours, conveying a sense of simplicity and directness.
History & Provenance
The work is signed with the artist's initials in the corner, indicating a level of informality or spontaneity.
Artist & collection
Artist
Wilhelm Heinrich Otto Dix was a German painter and printmaker, noted for his ruthless and harshly realistic depictions of German society during the Weimar Republic and the brutality of war.
