Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Faith Ringgold. It dates from 2009 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a digital print combined with lithograph, part of a diverse nineteen-piece portfolio created by Faith Ringgold in 2009. The work is currently in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The piece depicts a vibrant, nocturnal forest scene with tall, dark-trunked trees, a winding yellow path, and a distant white house under a deep red sky with a pale moon. Surrounding text narrates a story of family and magic, involving disappearance and reemergence.
Technique & Style
Characterized by thick brushstrokes and a non-realistic color palette (bold greens, blues, and contrasting reds and blues on the ground), the artwork blends digital printing with traditional lithographic techniques, evoking a handmade aesthetic.
History & Provenance
Created in 2009, the work is part of a portfolio that experiments with various techniques (lithograph, pochoir, hand coloring, gold dusting). It is housed at The Museum of Modern Art.
Context
While specific contextual influences are not detailed, the piece reflects Ringgold's exploration of narrative in art, combining visual and textual elements to convey themes of family and the supernatural.
Legacy
As a contemporary piece in a prominent collection, its legacy is intertwined with Ringgold's broader body of work, contributing to the evolution of mixed-media storytelling in printmaking.
Artist & collection
Artist
Faith Ringgold was an American painter, author, mixed media sculptor, performance artist, and intersectional activist, perhaps best known for her narrative quilts.
