Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Rico Lebrun, ink, 1961
Untitled, by Rico Lebrun, ink, 1961

Untitled is an ink print by Rico Lebrun. It dates from 1961 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1961 lithograph by Rico Lebrun, held at The Museum of Modern Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two nude figures, shown from behind and the side, in simplified forms with an emphasis on large shapes and gestural strokes.

Technique & Style

Lebrun employed cross-hatching to create shadow and texture, achieving a dynamic, spontaneous effect through rapid, expressive lines.

Context

This work exemplifies the artist's approach to figure drawing, characterized by bold, gestural marks and a focus on capturing the essence of the human form.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Rico Lebrun

Artist

Rico Lebrun

Rico Federico Lebrun was an Italian-American painter and sculptor.

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