Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Bruce Pearson, ink, 1999
Untitled, by Bruce Pearson, ink, 1999

Untitled is an ink print by Bruce Pearson. It dates from 1999 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a print by Bruce Pearson, created in 1999 as part of a portfolio of eight prints. It is held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print features a deep blue background with bright yellow dots and lines clustered in a rough oval shape at its center. The blue areas surrounding the yellow shapes contain swirling, scribbled patterns.

Technique & Style

Although described as an etching, the print actually combines screenprint and etching techniques, including aquatint, which allows for soft, textured lines. The colors are bold and flat, lacking shading or depth.

History & Provenance

The print is part of a portfolio of eight, comprising seven screenprints and one etching and aquatint. It is distinguished from the others by its simple, repetitive patterns.

Artist & collection

Artist

Bruce Pearson

Bruce Pearson was an American artist, born in Aruba.

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