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Untitled, by Willem de Kooning, oil, 1952

Untitled

Willem de Kooning

1952

oil

paper

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1952 oil by Willem de Kooning, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Willem de Kooning
When & what style?
1952
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting is a vibrant, abstract depiction of a woman. Her face is a mix of orange and purple hues, while her body is rendered in shades of blue and gray. The background is a warm beige, with visible pencil marks and pastel strokes that add texture to the piece. The woman's figure is distorted, with exaggerated curves and abstracted features. Her arms are bent at the elbows, and her hands are clenched into fists. The overall effect is one of dynamic energy and movement. The use of bold colors and expressive brushstrokes gives the painting a sense of spontaneity and emotion. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, look up Willem de Kooning.

About the artist

Portrait of Willem de Kooning
Artist

Willem de Kooning

Willem de Kooning ( də KOO-ning, Dutch: ; April 24, 1904 – March 19, 1997) was a Dutch-American abstract expressionist artist.

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