Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Cindy Sherman. It dates from 2000 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Created in 2000, Untitled is a print by Cindy Sherman held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art. The work presents a solitary female figure positioned before a tree, with an urban street scene receding behind her. The composition is rendered in muted tones that convey a quiet, daytime atmosphere.
Subject & Meaning
The central figure, a woman with dark hair and an orange top, looks directly at the viewer with a composed expression. Her stance before the tree and the blurred cityscape suggests a moment of pause within an everyday environment, inviting contemplation of presence and anonymity.
Technique & Style
Although listed among various print formats, this piece is executed as an etching, employing line work and tonal washes characteristic of Sherman's printmaking practice. The soft lighting and subtle gradations create a sense of depth while maintaining a flat, graphic quality.
History & Provenance
Untitled entered the Museum of Modern Art’s collection after its creation in 2000, reflecting the institution’s ongoing acquisition of contemporary print media. The work is part of a broader series of prints Sherman produced at the turn of the millennium.
Context
The image aligns with Sherman’s broader exploration of identity and representation, extending her photographic investigations into the realm of print. By situating a figure in an ordinary street setting, the work continues her inquiry into the constructed nature of everyday personas.
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