Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Susan Rothenberg. It dates from 2008 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 2008 lithograph by Susan Rothenberg, is part of a diverse portfolio that showcases her experimentation with various printmaking techniques. The work typifies her later-career style, blending abstract expression with figurative elements.
Subject & Meaning
The central motif of *Untitled* is a distorted, unrefined animal form, identifiable as a horse through context rather than clear depiction. This treatment reflects Rothenberg's long-standing exploration of the horse as a symbolic figure, here rendered in a state of dynamic turmoil.
Technique & Style
Characterized by rough, expressive lines that veer between thick and thin, the lithograph conveys a sense of rapid, spontaneous creation. The monochromatic, black-and-white palette amplifies the piece's raw, emotive quality.
History & Provenance
Created in 2008, *Untitled* is representative of Rothenberg's continued innovation in printmaking during her later career. The piece is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Susan Charna Rothenberg (January 20, 1945 – May 18, 2020) was an American contemporary painter, printmaker, sculptor, and draughtswoman.
