Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Robert Mallary, ink, 1942
Untitled, by Robert Mallary, ink, 1942

Untitled is an ink print by Robert Mallary. It dates from 1942 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1942 lithograph by Robert Mallary, held at The Museum of Modern Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two figures with bowed heads, accompanied by the phrase 'Así es el nuevo orden nazi' ('This is the new Nazi order'). The image conveys a sense of tension and warning, likely in response to the Nazi regime.

Technique & Style

The lithograph features rough, scratchy lines and uneven strokes, creating a sense of urgency and tension. The bold, black lettering contrasts with the plain paper, emphasizing the message.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Robert Mallary

Artist

Robert Mallary

Robert W. Mallary was an American abstract expressionist sculptor and pioneer in computer art. In the 1950s and 1960s, he was renowned for his Neo-Dada or "junk art" sculpture, created from found materials and urban…

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