Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil painting by Raquel Forner. It dates from 1942 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1942 oil painting by Raquel Forner, depicts a turbulent nocturnal scene on a beach. Characterized by thick, rough brushstrokes and a predominantly dark color palette, the work contrasts a chaotic environment with subtle human presence.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a stormy beach at night, with dead, twisted trees and a prominently red cloth caught in the wind. Small, distant figures are barely discernible under the dark sky, suggesting a sense of vulnerability or isolation amidst turmoil.
Technique & Style
Forner employed impasto techniques, applying thick layers of paint to create a textured, almost unstable surface that mirrors the scene's chaos. A muted palette of dark blues and grays heightens the visual impact of the red cloth.
History & Provenance
Created in 1942, the painting is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Raquel Forner (1902–1988) was an Argentine painter known for her expressionist works.
