Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Pablo Picasso. It dates from 1949 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Pablo Picasso's 1949 lithograph, Untitled, is a print featuring a white bird on a dark background. The work is part of a series exploring the medium of lithography.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a single white bird, likely a pigeon, perched on a rough, textured ground. The bird's simple yet detailed form is set against a predominantly black background, creating a striking contrast.
Technique & Style
The lithograph's printing method allows the black background to show through in areas, accentuating the white bird. The artist's use of lithography enabled a distinctive visual effect, with the bird's form emerging from the dark surroundings.
History & Provenance
Created in 1949, Untitled is a product of Picasso's later work in France. The print is held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Pablo Ruiz Picasso (25 October 1881 – 8 April 1973) was a Spanish painter and sculptor who spent most of his adult life in France.
