Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil painting by the Abstract Expressionist artist Wojciech Fangor. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled (1963) is an abstract oil on burlap painting by Wojciech Fangor, characterized by a large, blurry, multicolored circle that transitions smoothly from a soft yellow-orange core to pink, purple, and finally greenish edges, set against a white background.
Subject & Meaning
As an abstract expressionist work, the painting's subject is non-representational, focusing on emotive color interactions and spatial effects rather than depictive content. The gradual color transitions evoke a sense of depth and luminosity.
Technique & Style
The painting features thin, evenly applied layers of paint, suggesting the use of glazing techniques to achieve a soft, glowing effect. This method allows for the subtle blending of colors, contributing to the work's dreamy, ethereal quality.
History & Provenance
Created in 1963, Untitled is part of Fangor's contribution to postwar abstract art, bridging abstract expressionism with elements of Op art and Color field painting. The work is currently held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Wojciech Bonawentura Fangor (pronounced: VOY-tche-kh ) (15 November 1922 – 25 October 2015), also known as Voy Fangor, was a Polish painter, graphic artist, and sculptor.
