Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a gouache drawing by William H. Constable. It dates from 1939 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1939 drawing by William H. Constable, an Australian artist known for his diverse creative pursuits. The work is executed in gouache on paper and is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a fantastical scene with a central brown tree, surrounded by figures in various poses, including climbers, a leaping dancer, a horse, and a fallen form. The composition is set against a blue sky with clouds and a wavy horizon line.
Technique & Style
The work features bold lines, simple shapes, and a palette of bright, flat colors. The edges are framed by red and blue patterns resembling woven fabric. Gouache, a water-based paint, was used to achieve the drawing's characteristic opacity and texture.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Henry Archibald Constable (8 March 1906 – 22 August 1989) was an Australian film and stage designer, painter, cartoonist, printmaker and illustrator.
