Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Pablo Picasso, ink, 1926
Untitled, by Pablo Picasso, ink, 1926

Untitled is an ink print by Pablo Picasso. It dates from 1926 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Pablo Picasso's 1926 lithograph, Untitled, is a print that showcases the artist's experimentation with form and technique.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts three figures in a compact, angular space, rendered in a simplified and abstracted manner. The figures' poses convey a sense of tension and fluidity, with one sitting, one standing, and one crouching.

Technique & Style

The lithograph features sharp, uneven lines and bold shading, creating a dynamic interplay of light and shadow. The artist's use of lithography allowed for expressive and gestural mark-making.

History & Provenance

The print is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, and was created during a period of significant artistic innovation for Picasso, who was exploring diverse styles and techniques.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Pablo Picasso

Artist

Pablo Picasso

Pablo Ruiz Picasso (25 October 1881 – 8 April 1973) was a Spanish painter and sculptor who spent most of his adult life in France.

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