Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by Eric Andersen. It dates from 1962 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a print by Eric Andersen, dated to around 1962, held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection. It is a mimeograph print featuring typed instructions on a plain white page.
Subject & Meaning
The work contains a set of precise, experimental instructions that guide an audience to divide into groups and perform specific actions. The text highlights the relationships between these actions, suggesting an exploration of collective behavior and interaction.
Technique & Style
The print's dense, black-on-white text includes underlined words and handwritten marginal notes, creating a sense of layered communication. The mimeograph technique allows for a straightforward, reproducible presentation of the typed and handwritten content.
Artist & collection
Artist
Eric Andersen is an American folk music singer-songwriter, who has written songs recorded by Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, Judy Collins, Linda Ronstadt, the Grateful Dead, Rick Nelson, and many others.
