Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Vera Matiukh, ink, 1960
Untitled, by Vera Matiukh, ink, 1960

Untitled is an ink print by Vera Matiukh. It dates from 1960 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Vera Fedorovna Matyukh's 1960 lithograph, Untitled, is a print held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Created by a Russian visual artist with a background in various mediums, it showcases her skill in lithography.

Subject & Meaning

The lithograph depicts two women in a room, distinguished by their attire and hairstyles. The woman on the left has short white hair and wears a patterned dress, while the woman on the right has red hair and is dressed in a white blouse and green skirt.

Technique & Style

Characterized by bold lines and vivid colors, the lithograph features detailed renderings of the women's clothing and accessories. The simple yet effective depiction of the room's interior is enhanced by a red wall and a picture frame, adding a pop of color.

History & Provenance

Matyukh, born in Berlin in 1910 to a German mother and a Russian father, studied at the Kharkiv State School of Art under Vasili Ermilov. Her work was influenced by Russian avant-garde movements, including Constructivism, and artists like Mikhail Matyushin and Pavel Filonov.

Artist & collection

Artist

Vera Matiukh

Vera Fedorovna Matyukh (Russian: Вера Фёдоровна Матюх; 1910–2003) was a Russian visual artist from Berlin.

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