Untitled (#25) 1945 - 1946

Ronald Bladen's 1945-1946 drawing, "Untitled (#25)," employs expressive, gestural lines to depict a swirling, abstract landscape. The artist's rapid, seemingly spontaneous marks create a sense of dynamism and energy, suggesting a chaotic or even cosmic scene. The drawing's use of graphite on paper contributes to its atmospheric quality, as if the viewer is peering into a hazy, indistinct realm. Bladen's work often explored the boundaries between figuration and abstraction, and this piece showcases his unique style, characterized by swirling forms and an emphasis on process.