Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a charcoal drawing by Pablo Picasso. It dates from 1913 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Pablo Picasso's 'Untitled' is a charcoal drawing on paper created in 1913. It is a representative work from his Cubist period, showcasing his experimentation with fragmented forms.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a figure with a face and body broken into geometric shapes and overlapping planes, suggesting a rejection of traditional representational techniques.
Technique & Style
The work features loose, uneven charcoal lines layered to create the figure's forms. The artist's use of simple strokes and angular shapes contributes to the overall Cubist aesthetic, fragmenting the subject into abstracted components.
History & Provenance
The drawing is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting Picasso's significant contribution to early 20th-century avant-garde movements.
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.
