Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Ce Roser. It dates from 1997 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a lithograph from a portfolio of forty, was created by Ce Roser in 1997. Characterized by stark black, white, and gray shapes, the print juxtaposes broad, flat areas with sharp, jagged lines, evoking fractured forms and turbulent textures, notably in a rough, textured patch at the bottom right.
Subject & Meaning
The subject of Untitled is abstract, with visual elements suggesting contrast and disruption. While specific interpretations are not prescribed, the work's emphasis on juxtaposed forms may reflect the artist's broader interests in exploring expressive potential through printmaking.
Technique & Style
Roser's technique in Untitled blends bold, geometric shapes with organic, expressive textures, achieved through lithography. Influences from Japanese calligraphy (via studies with Hida) and the expressive printmaking of Käthe Kollwitz are evident in the work's dynamic interplay of form and line.
History & Provenance
Created in 1997, Untitled is part of a larger portfolio of forty lithographs by Ce Roser. The piece is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art, New York.
Context
Roser's work within the New York City art scene since the 1960s, coupled with her advocacy for mentorship among emerging artists, situates Untitled within a broader context of artistic community engagement and the evolution of printmaking practices.
Artist & collection
Artist
Cecilia Roser, who works under the name Ce Roser, was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1925.
