Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a crayon drawing by Seymour Lipton. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1951 drawing by Seymour Lipton, created with crayon on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a single flower with a heavy, drooping petal and a closed bud, set in a simple block of soil. The flower's sagging appearance conveys a sense of weight and fatigue.
Technique & Style
Lipton's use of crayon produces soft yet sharp marks, achieved through quick, dark lines that vary in shading. The resulting effect is akin to scribbles, with a focus on grayscale tones.
Artist & collection
Artist
Seymour Lipton was an American abstract expressionist sculptor. He was a member of the New York School who gained widespread recognition in the 1950s. He initially trained as a dentist but focused on sculpture from…
