Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Roy DeCarava. It dates from 1947 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1947 screenprint by Roy DeCarava, held at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a person's face and shoulders in profile, set against a dark green background. The subject's calm demeanor is tempered by an air of mystery, achieved through the interplay of light and shadow on their features.
Technique & Style
DeCarava employed bold colors and simplified forms to explore the effects of light and shadow. The face is rendered in pink tones, with dark blue shadows and a red collar visible beneath a dark jacket.
Artist & collection
