Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Georges Braque. It dates from 1944 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Georges Braque's 1944 lithograph, Untitled, is a print characterized by simple, flat forms and a predominantly dark color palette. The work showcases Braque's exploration of printmaking within his broader artistic practice.
Subject & Meaning
The lithograph depicts a horse and rider in motion, with the rider wielding a spear. The scene is set against a dark sky with wavy lines and a ground marked with scattered shapes, including a wheel-like form near the horse's front legs.
Technique & Style
The print's rough edges and flat, simplified shapes reflect the characteristics of Braque's Cubist style, which he developed and refined over the years. The use of lithography allowed for the creation of textured, expressive marks.
History & Provenance
Created in 1944, Untitled is a product of Braque's mature period, following his early collaborations with Pablo Picasso and his establishment of a distinct approach within Cubism.
Artist & collection
Artist
Georges Braque ( BRA(H)K; French: ; 13 May 1882 – 31 August 1963) was a major 20th-century French painter, collagist, draughtsman, printmaker and sculptor.
