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Untitled, by Jake Berthot, oil, 1976

Untitled

Jake Berthot

1976

oil

canvas

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1976 oil by Jake Berthot, a Contemporary Abstract work, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Jake Berthot
When & what style?
1976 · Contemporary Abstract
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting is a two-panel piece, with a large, dark green rectangle on the left and a smaller, lighter green rectangle on the right. The colors are muted, with subtle variations in tone and texture. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation. The painting's surface is rough and textured, with visible brushstrokes and layers of paint. The artist's use of color and texture creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye into the painting. The artist, Jake Berthot, was known for his abstract paintings that explored the relationship between color and emotion.

About the artist

Artist

Jake Berthot

Jake Berthot (1939–2014) was an American artist whose abstract paintings contained elements of both the minimalist and expressionist styles.

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