Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Zbigniew Makowski. It dates from 1964 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
This paper is packed with bright, odd shapes. There’s a red handprint, teardrop shapes, and a zigzag house. Black lines split it into squares, like a puzzle. Colors pop—greens, reds, and teal—with some spots looking wet.
The date "14.V.1964" is scribbled in the top left. The artist signed it in the corner.
Look up Zbigniew Makowski next to see more of his bold, simple designs.
Overview
Untitled is a 1964 drawing by Polish artist Zbigniew Makowski, created with watercolor and ink on paper. The work is dated '14.V.1964' and signed by the artist in the corners.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features a grid of squares containing various abstract shapes, including a red handprint, teardrops, and a zigzag form resembling a house. The composition is characterized by bold, bright colors and black dividing lines.
Technique & Style
Makowski's use of watercolor and ink results in a dynamic, expressive work with visible brushstrokes and vivid color contrasts. The artist's eclectic style reflects his interest in surrealism.
History & Provenance
Makowski, born in Warsaw in 1930, trained at the Academy of Fine Arts there from 1950 to 1956. Untitled is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection in New York.
Artist & collection
Artist
Zbigniew Makowski (31 January 1930 – 19 August 2019) was a Polish painter. Zbigniew Makowski was born in Warsaw, Poland in 1930. Between 1950 and 1956 Makowski attended the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw, which included…
