Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by Romare Bearden. It dates from 1972 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This untitled relief collagraph, created around 1972, is a print by Romare Bearden, an artist known for working across multiple media. The work is characterized by its use of bold, flat colors and textured surfaces.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two figures, one standing and one kneeling, alongside a partially visible horse. The rough-edged forms and abstracted shapes suggest a narrative or symbolic content, though the specific meaning is open to interpretation.
Technique & Style
Bearden employed the collagraph technique, a printmaking method that involves building up a plate with various materials to create a textured surface. The resulting print features flat, non-detailed colors with visible texture, contributing to its distinctive visual language.
History & Provenance
The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Bearden, born in 1911, developed his artistic style over a career that spanned multiple locations, including New York City and Pittsburgh, and was influenced by his experiences, including service in World War II.
Artist & collection
Artist
Romare Howard Bearden (, ROH-mə-ree) (September 2, 1911 – March 12, 1988) was an American artist, author, and songwriter.
