Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Stow Wengenroth, ink, 1951
Untitled, by Stow Wengenroth, ink, 1951

Untitled is an ink print by Stow Wengenroth. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled, a 1951 lithograph by Stow Wengenroth, is a black-and-white print depicting an serene, empty interior space. Held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection, it showcases the artist's technical prowess in lithography.

Subject & Meaning

The lithograph portrays a large, vacant room with architectural details such as pews, a balcony staircase, a central column, and a chandelier. The emphasis on empty space and careful lighting evokes an atmosphere of serenity and tranquility.

Technique & Style

Wengenroth's mastery of lithography is evident in the nuanced interplay of light and shadow, creating depth and dimensionality within the monochrome palette. The precise rendering of textures, from white walls to dark wood flooring, further highlights his technical skill.

History & Provenance

Created in 1951 by Stow Wengenroth, an American lithographer trained at the Art Students League of New York and the Grand Central School of Art, the work is part of MoMA's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Stow Wengenroth

Stow Wengenroth (1906–1978) was an American artist and lithographer, born in 1906 in Brooklyn, New York.

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