Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil painting by the Abstract Expressionist artist René Robert Bouché. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is an oil on canvas painting created by René Robert Bouché in 1957, held at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts an older man with a white beard and glasses, seated indoors, wearing a dark coat and holding a walking stick. The subject is highlighted by focused lighting, contrasting with the dimmer surroundings.
Technique & Style
Thick, loose brushstrokes give the painting a textured, rough quality. The artist's use of impasto technique creates a raised, three-dimensional effect, adding to the overall tactile feel of the work.
Artist & collection
Artist
René Robert Bouché was an artist and fashion illustrator, known for his work in Vogue magazine between the 1930s and 1960s.
