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Untitled, by William Gropper, ink, 1969

Untitled

William Gropper

1969

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1969 ink by William Gropper, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
William Gropper
When & what style?
1969
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This lithograph shows a busy scene with bold lines and simple shapes. It's a mix of abstract and realistic elements. You can see a lot going on, but it's not clear what's happening. The interesting thing about this work is its use of simple shapes to create a sense of energy. To learn more about the process used to create this print, look up the technique: lithography.

About the artist

Portrait of William Gropper
Artist

William Gropper

William Victor Gropper (December 3, 1897 – January 3, 1977) was an American cartoonist, painter, lithographer, and muralist.

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