Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a tempera painting by the Regionalist artist Carroll Cloar. It dates from 1953 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1953 tempera on board painting by Carroll Cloar, an artist known for his surreal and nostalgic depictions of Southern US landscapes and childhood memories.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a group of five people in a park during autumn, engaged in a musical gathering. The scene is characterized by a sense of warmth and enjoyment, despite the somewhat flat and old-fashioned representation.
Technique & Style
Cloar's use of tempera on board results in a distinctive, somewhat flat color palette, which contrasts with the vibrant autumnal hues of the trees. The overall effect is one of simplicity and nostalgia.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, and was created during a period when Cloar was exploring surreal interpretations of regionalist themes.
Artist & collection
Artist
Carroll Cloar (January 18, 1913 – April 10, 1993) was a nationally known 20th-century painter born in Earle, Arkansas, who focused his work on surreal views of Southern U.S.
