Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by Dangerfield Printing Co. Ltd.. It dates from 1934 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This 1934 print advertises an exhibition at Heal's Mansard Gallery.
About this work
Overview
This 1934 print advertises an exhibition at Heal's Mansard Gallery. It features a geometric shape refracting light into multiple beams, set against a dark background with white typography.
Subject & Meaning
The poster depicts a glass object, possibly a prism or cut gem, emitting sharp lines of light. The visual representation highlights the bending and splitting of light, echoing the exhibition's theme.
Technique & Style
The design relies on contrast, with a black background accentuating the bright lines and glass object. White typography is used for the exhibition title and gallery address, creating a clear visual hierarchy.
History & Provenance
Produced by Dangerfield Printing Co. Ltd., the poster was created for an exhibition at Heal's Mansard Gallery on Tottenham Court Road.
Artist & collection
Artist
London’s Dangerfield Printing Co. Ltd. turned out eye-catching posters in the late 1800s and early 1900s, from the Richmond Theatre’s 1901 showbill to the 1891 poster and the 1903 “The Philosopher’s Stone.” They also…
