Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by Pablo Picasso. It dates from 1962 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Pablo Picasso's 1962 linoleum cut 'Untitled' is a print characterized by bold, simplified forms. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a face turned to the side, wearing a hat. Simple shapes and bold lines define the facial features, while flat areas of color create a mask-like effect.
Technique & Style
Picasso created the image by carving into linoleum and printing from the resulting design. The technique allowed for bold outlines and flat colors, contributing to the work's graphic quality.
History & Provenance
Picasso, a pioneering figure in 20th-century art and co-founder of Cubism, produced 'Untitled' late in his career, after decades based in France.
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.
