Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Patrick J. Sullivan, oil, 1940
Untitled, by Patrick J. Sullivan, oil, 1940

Untitled is an oil painting by the American Impressionist artist Patrick J. Sullivan. It dates from 1940 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1940 oil on canvas painting by Patrick J. Sullivan, held at The Museum of Modern Art.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a wooded scene with three figures—a woman in red and two men in hats—walking along a path accompanied by a dog. The dense foliage and dramatic lighting create a sense of mystery.

Technique & Style

The artist employed chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark, to achieve a dramatic effect. Thick paint application adds texture to the work, emphasizing the ruggedness of the landscape.

Artist & collection

Artist

Patrick J. Sullivan

Patrick J. Sullivan (1894–1967) was an American artist, born in Braddock.

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