Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Cory Arcangel. It dates from 2008 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 2008 screenprint on watermarked paper by Cory Arcangel, presents a pixelated, colorful square with shifting hues and a central, blurred shape formed by tiny dots.
Subject & Meaning
The subject of *Untitled* is ambiguous, with the central shape suggesting a face or object, yet remaining indistinct. This ambiguity may reflect Arcangel’s exploration of the interplay between digital representation and perceptual interpretation.
Technique & Style
Arcangel utilized a grid of dots in a screenprint technique to achieve a pixelated effect reminiscent of digital imagery, ironically crafted by hand. The color transition from cool blues and greens to warm yellows and reds adds depth to the composition.
History & Provenance
Created in 2008, *Untitled* is part of Cory Arcangel’s broader practice of reappropriating digital and pop-cultural elements. The work is currently held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA).
Artist & collection
Artist
Cory Arcangel (born May 25, 1978) is an American post-conceptual artist who makes work in many different media, including drawing, music, video, performance art, and video game modifications, for which he is best known.
