Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Donald Baechler, ink, 1990
Untitled, by Donald Baechler, ink, 1990

Untitled is an ink print by Donald Baechler. It dates from 1990 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

At the bottom, small text reads "BARON/BOISANTÉ New York 1990," and there’s a black ribbon tied on the right side.

This is a plain light-beige cover with black text. The words "Donald Baechler" are printed near the top, followed by the title "TANGRAM" in larger letters. At the bottom, small text reads "BARON/BOISANTÉ New York 1990," and there’s a black ribbon tied on the right side.

The cover looks simple, but it’s actually for a set of eight prints. The artist used three printing methods—etching, drypoint, and aquatint—to create them.

Check out etching to see how artists carve into metal plates to make prints.

Overview

Untitled is a portfolio of eight prints by Donald Baechler, created in 1990. It is a collection of various prints bound together.

Subject & Meaning

The portfolio's cover is a simple beige wrapper with black text, featuring the artist's name and the title 'TANGRAM'. The title and artist's name are prominently displayed, while the publisher and date are noted in smaller text.

Technique & Style

The eight prints within the portfolio were created using a combination of etching, drypoint, and aquatint techniques, showcasing the artist's experimentation with different methods.

History & Provenance

The portfolio is held at The Museum of Modern Art.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Donald Baechler

Artist

Donald Baechler

Donald Baechler was an American painter and sculptor associated with 1980s Neo-expressionism. He had lived in Manhattan and Stephentown, New York.

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