Artwork
Untitled

Untitled is an oil painting by the Cubism Synthetic artist Auguste Herbin. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1924, Untitled is an oil-on-canvas painting by French artist Auguste Herbin, blending Cubist principles with early abstract tendencies.
Subject & Meaning
The serene landscape depicts a vineyard with a prominent tree, grapes, and a nearby village nestled among trees and mountains, evoking tranquility through compositional depth.
Technique & Style
Bold, expressive brushstrokes and a vibrant color palette characterize the work, reflecting Herbin's engagement with Synthetic Cubism's geometric and abstract forms.
History & Provenance
Untitled aligns with Herbin's later involvement in abstract art movements, notably Abstraction-Création and Salon des Réalités Nouvelles, though specific provenance details are not provided.
Context
Within the early 20th-century European art scene, this piece situates Herbin among artists transitioning from Cubism to more abstract expressions, exploring new visual languages.
Artist & collection
Artist
Auguste Herbin (29 April 1882 – 31 January 1960) was a French painter of modern art.


















