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Untitled

Jackson Pollock

1944

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Early Modern Abstract

Dominant colour

Untitled is a 1944 ink by Jackson Pollock, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?: Jackson Pollock
When & what style?: 1944
Where can I see it?: Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This print is mostly red with a bold yellow shape in the middle. The yellow area has rough, uneven lines that look like they could be people or animals, but it’s hard to tell. There’s a small black dot near the bottom right corner and a tiny number "8" near the center. The print feels rough and textured, like it was made quickly. It’s not clear what the yellow shapes are supposed to be—maybe a group of figures or a chaotic scene. This is a screenprint by Jackson Pollock, so look up how that technique works.