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Untitled (Naked Man with Knife)
The painting depicts a naked man holding a knife, painted in an expressionist style, belonging to the early period of Jackson Pollock's work. The piece combines figurative representation with a style full of expression and emotion.
Portrait of the Creator
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Artist
Jackson Pollock
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Date of birth and death
28 January 1912 – 11 August 1956
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Natinality
American
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Style
Abstract Expressionism, Action Painting, Drip Painting
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Significant works
Number 17A, No. 5, 1948, Mural on Indian Red Ground, Autumn Rhythm, Convergence, Blue Poles, The Deep
Information about the work
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Year:
1938-1940
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Execution technique:
oil on canvas
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Location:
Tate Modern, London, United Kingdom
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Theme:
mythology, figure, drama
Internal Narrative and Creative Framework
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Inner Narrative
The painting may symbolize internal conflict or dramatic struggle, with mythological and symbolic elements typical of expressionism.
The key to interpreting the work
When interpreting the painting, attention should be paid to the symbolism of the figure and the emotional tension expressed through dynamic brushstrokes and color contrast.See other works by this artist
