Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Ellsworth Kelly. It dates from 1966 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a lithograph from 1966, is one of twenty-eight prints created by Ellsworth Kelly, an artist associated with hard-edge painting, Color Field painting, and minimalism. Characterized by its abstract composition, the work features geometric forms rendered in a single, expressive line.
Subject & Meaning
The subject of Untitled is abstract, focusing on the interplay of geometric shapes: a large, rounded central form and a smaller, teardrop-shaped appendage. The emphasis is on the dynamic relationship between these elements, conveying energy and movement.
Technique & Style
Kelly executed Untitled using a single, dark line that varies in thickness and texture, imbuing the work with a sense of vitality. The clean, white background contrasts with the bold, variable line, achieving a balance of simplicity and complexity.
History & Provenance
Created in 1966 while Kelly was based in Spencertown, New York, Untitled is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ellsworth Kelly (May 31, 1923 – December 27, 2015) was an American painter, sculptor, and printmaker associated with hard-edge painting, Color field painting and minimalism.
