Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Zao Wou-ki. It dates from 1950 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Zao Wou-ki's 1950 lithograph 'Untitled' is a print characterized by a somber palette and a striking red accent. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a forest of bare, twisted trees set against a dark sky, with a bright red circle near the center, evoking a sun or spotlight. Muted greens and grays dominate, punctuated by the bold red and faint red brushstrokes on the trees.
Technique & Style
The lithograph's hand-drawn appearance is tempered by a smudged quality, resulting from the lithographic printing process, which involves transferring images from stone or metal plates to paper, often using water or other liquids.
Artist & collection
Artist
Zao Wou-Ki (Chinese: 赵无极; pinyin: Zhào Wújí; Wade–Giles: Chao Wu-chi; 1 February 1920 – 9 April 2013) was a Chinese-French painter.
