1942
tempera
paperboard
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1942 tempera by Mark Tobey, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting is a jumble of abstract shapes and lines in various shades of gray. In the center, a figure stands out, wearing a long robe and hood. The background is filled with scribbled lines and shapes, creating a sense of movement and energy. The artist's use of tempera on board adds a unique texture to the piece. The overall effect is one of dynamic tension, as if the figures and shapes are about to burst out of the frame. If you're interested in exploring more works like this, you might want to check out the art of Mark Tobey.
Mark George Tobey (December 11, 1890 – April 24, 1976) was an American painter. His densely structured compositions, inspired by Asian calligraphy, resemble Abstract expressionism, although the motives for his…
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