Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Roland Kempe, ink, 1949
Untitled, by Roland Kempe, ink, 1949

Untitled is an ink print by Roland Kempe. It dates from 1949 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Roland Kempe's Untitled is a 1949 lithograph held at The Museum of Modern Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a still life featuring a yellow, spotted object, possibly a fish or fruit, on a black surface. The object's orientation and the dark gray background create a sense of tension.

Technique & Style

Kempe's use of bold lines and vibrant colors imbues the piece with energy. The still life is stylized, with clean lines and geometric shapes, approaching abstraction.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Museum of Modern Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.