Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Betye Saar. It dates from 1968 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Betye Saar's 1968 print, Untitled, is an etching with embossing, featuring abstract shapes on a light background. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two dark circles surrounded by simple, repeated shapes, evoking a sense of contrast between order and disorder. Saar's work often challenged racial stereotypes and myths, and this piece may be seen in the context of her broader practice.
Technique & Style
The etching technique allowed Saar to achieve a mix of textures, from the rough edges of the dark circles to the neat, stamped shapes around them. The embossing adds a tactile quality to the print, with shapes pressed into the paper.
Artist & collection
Artist
Betye Irene Saar (born July 30, 1926) is an American artist known for her work in the medium of assemblage.
