Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by William Leavitt Bas Jan Ader, 1969
Untitled, by William Leavitt Bas Jan Ader, 1969

Untitled is a print by William Leavitt Bas Jan Ader. It dates from 1969 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

This 1969 print, titled 'Untitled', is a collaborative work by Bas Jan Ader and William Leavitt, held at The Museum of Modern Art.

Subject & Meaning

The work comprises a plain white envelope and a small white sheet with a faint, blurry shadow resembling a hand pressing against a window. The shadow implies the presence of an absent person, while a mimeographed letter inside the envelope lacks a clear message, exploring themes of absence and presence.

Technique & Style

The piece employs mimeograph on a Styrofoam sheet and a mimeographed letter, utilizing the mimeograph's characteristic soft, blurry quality to create the shadowy image.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Museum of Modern Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.