Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Raphael Soyer, ink, 1934
Untitled, by Raphael Soyer, ink, 1934

Untitled is an ink print by Raphael Soyer. It dates from 1934 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1934 lithograph by Raphael Soyer, one of six prints in a portfolio. Soyer was a Russian-born American artist associated with the American Scene movement and Social Realism.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a quiet New York City street scene with people sitting or lying on the sidewalk, conveying a sense of tiredness and loneliness. A distant movie theater sign and waterfront buildings are visible, capturing an everyday urban moment.

Technique & Style

Soyer employed simple lines and shading to evoke the mood of the scene, creating a quiet and isolated atmosphere. The lithograph's straightforward representation reflects Soyer's focus on ordinary people in modern environments.

Artist & collection

Artist

Raphael Soyer

Raphael Zalman Soyer (December 25, 1899 – November 4, 1987) was a Russian-born American painter, draftsman, and printmaker.

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