Untitled (January Group No. 1) 1974

"Untitled (January Group No. 1)" is a charcoal drawing by American artist Jake Berthot, created in 1974. The work is a study in abstract expressionism, with gestural lines and dense layers of charcoal forming a dark and enigmatic composition. Berthot's signature use of charcoal creates a textural and visually rich surface. The artist's minimalist approach to composition, using a limited palette and emphasizing the act of drawing itself, is characteristic of his artistic practice. The piece invites viewers to contemplate the process of creation and the inherent beauty found in the raw energy of artistic expression.