Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a watercolor print by Paula Rego. It dates from 1994 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1994 print by Paula Rego, a British-Portuguese artist. The work combines etching, aquatint, and hand-added watercolor. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a lively park scene with children, adults, and a dog. A child slides down a seesaw while another reads nearby. The scene is set amidst trees, bushes, and flowers, suggesting a narrative moment.
Technique & Style
Rego employed a mix of techniques to create the print. Etching and aquatint provided dark, detailed lines, while watercolor additions introduced warmth and softness to the shadows, balancing the overall tone.
History & Provenance
Paula Rego was born in Portugal in 1935 and studied at the Slade School of Fine Art. She was associated with The London Group. Rego passed away in 2022, leaving behind a body of work that often incorporated folk motifs and explored narrative themes.
Artist & collection
Artist
Dame Maria Paula Figueiroa Rego (Portuguese: : 26 January 1935 – 8 June 2022) was a British-Portuguese visual artist, widely considered the pre-eminent woman artist of the late 20th and early 21st century, known…
