Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Julio González. It dates from 1935 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
It's a great example of Julio González's work, and it's held at The Museum of Modern Art.
This image shows a drawing of a helmet and a sword. The helmet is white and brown, with a long brown plume flowing from the top. The sword is silver, with a long blade and a handle. The drawing is done in ink, crayon, and pencil on cut-and-pasted paper on board.
The drawing is signed and dated "J. G. 1935" in blue crayon at the bottom. The signature and date are written in a simple, cursive style.
The drawing is a simple yet striking representation of a helmet and sword. It's a great example of Julio González's work, and it's held at The Museum of Modern Art.
Overview
Untitled is a 1935 drawing by Julio González, a Spanish artist known for his innovative use of materials in sculpture. The work is executed in mixed media on board.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a helmet and sword, rendered in a simple yet evocative style. The helmet features a white and brown design with a flowing brown plume, while the sword has a silver blade and handle.
Technique & Style
González employed a range of techniques, including cut-and-pasted paper, ink, crayon, and pencil, to create the work's abstracted forms. The mixed media approach reflects his experimental approach to art.
History & Provenance
The drawing is signed and dated 'J. G. 1935' in blue crayon. It is held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Julio González i Pellicer (21 September 1876 – 27 March 1942), born in Barcelona, was a Spanish sculptor and painter who developed the expressive use of iron as a medium for modern sculpture.
