Untitled

1947

Franz Kline

Associated Names
Franz Kline

Artist, American, 1910 - 1962

The image shows chaotic lines and geometric shapes. On the left, abstract gray lines form shapes like a star or pathways. The right side has a deep blue area with brush strokes creating forms resembling rows of windows or letters, with dark accents hinting at an angular grid-like structure. The elements suggest a cityscape or architectural blueprint, blending with expressive brushwork.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    brush and black ink on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Edward R. Broida

  • Dimensions

    overall: 43.3 x 67 cm (17 1/16 x 26 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2005.142.24.b

Associated Artworks

The image displays bold, thick strokes of black paint forming an intricate network of intersecting lines and shapes. It resembles a tangled web or a chaotic collection of interconnected branches. The dynamic lines suggest a form of rough-hewn framework or scaffolding. Varying brush strokes add a tactile quality, reminiscent of unfinished marks on a blueprint or spontaneous sketch.

[untitled]

Franz Kline

1947

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Estate of Franz Kline; (David McKee Inc., New York); purchased 1979 by Edward R. Broida, Los Angeles; gift 2005 to NGA.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

2002

  • Drawings by Franz Kline, David McKee Gallery, New York, March 9 - April 20, 2002; Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

2006

  • Selections from the Collection of Edward R. Broida, National Gallery of Art, Washington, 2006, unnumbered brochure.

2008

  • Medieval to Modern: Recent Acquisitions of Drawings, Prints, and Illustrated Books, National Gallery of Art, Washington, 2008, no. 185 1.

2012

  • Franz Kline: Coal and Steel, Allentown Art Museum, Allentown; Sidney Mishkin Gallery, Baruch College, The City University of New York, New York, 2012 - 2013, unnumbered catalogue.

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite; #36

Wikidata ID

Q64570557

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