Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Ernest Fiene, crayon, 1927
Untitled, by Ernest Fiene, crayon, 1927

Untitled is a crayon print by Ernest Fiene. It dates from 1927 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1927 lithograph by Ernest Fiene, featuring a still life of a single white flower in a decorated vase, enhanced with crayon additions. The piece is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a serene still life: a white flower with a yellow center and green leaves, placed in a vase adorned with blue and green geometric shapes. The composition conveys a sense of calm and simplicity.

Technique & Style

Fiene combined lithography with manual crayon additions. The print features expressive black lines, varied shading, and a predominantly white background with subtle darker accents around the central motif.

History & Provenance

Created in 1927, the work is currently held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art. For biographical context on the artist, see Ernest Fiene's individual entry.

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Untitled, Nikolai Andreevich Tyrsa

Artist & collection

Artist

Ernest Fiene

Ernest Fiene was a 20th-century American graphic artist who primarily worked in New York City and Woodstock, New York.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Ernest Fiene in 1927.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Museum of Modern Art.