Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Claes Oldenburg. It dates from 1992 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Claes Oldenburg's 1992 lithograph, Untitled, is a print featuring a fantastical scene. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts two shadowy figures flanking a large, anthropomorphic saxophone. The saxophone is rendered in bright yellow with red markings and appears to be performing autonomously, with one arm raised as if holding a microphone.
Technique & Style
Oldenburg employed loose, expressive lines to create a saxophone that is both substantial and humorous. The surrounding figures are simplified, dark forms, suggesting they are not fully realized.
Artist & collection
Artist
Claes Oldenburg (January 28, 1929 – July 18, 2022) was a Swedish-born American sculptor best known for his public art installations, typically featuring large replicas of everyday objects.
