Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Ellsworth Kelly. It dates from 1984 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Ellsworth Kelly's 1984 lithograph, Untitled, is a print characterized by simplicity and elegance. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The work features a large, dark gray triangle with white speckles, set against a light gray background. The triangle's angled position and varied texture create visual interest.
Technique & Style
Kelly's use of lithography allowed for a mix of smooth and textured areas on the triangle's surface. The print's bold shape and subtle texture reflect Kelly's focus on line, color, and form, aligning with his associations with hard-edge painting and minimalism.
History & Provenance
Created in 1984, Untitled is a product of Kelly's mature period, during which he lived and worked in Spencertown, New York.
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.
