Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil painting by Florine Stettheimer. It dates from 1933 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1933 oil on canvas by Florine Stettheimer, is a genre scene characterized by its dreamlike quality and vibrant colors. The painting, framed by the artist, is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts a refined, elegant gathering: a man in black stands to the left, a woman reclines centrally on a couch, another woman stands to the right, and an older man sits in a chair. The composition blends Stettheimer's observations of New York's social life with her avant-garde sensibility.
Technique & Style
Stettheimer's theatrical style is evident in the juxtaposition of figures against a stylized backdrop of a blue sky, white buildings, and water. Prominent floral elements, a large pink flower in the foreground and a red flower above, add to the work's vibrant, refined atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Created in 1933, the painting is part of Stettheimer's body of work that also included stage design, notably for the 1934 opera Four Saints in Three Acts. It is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Context
Stettheimer's work, including Untitled, reflects her feminist perspective and engagement with modernist movements, offering a unique blend of personal and social commentary through her depiction of New York City life and social circles.
Artist & collection
Artist
Florine Stettheimer (August 19, 1871 – May 11, 1944) was an American modernist painter, feminist, theatrical designer, poet, and salonnière.
