Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Fritz Scholder. It dates from 1970 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1970 lithograph by Fritz Scholder, part of a portfolio of eight prints. It is a black-and-white work held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a figure in traditional Native American attire, including a beaded vest, feathered headdress, and a long coat with a belt featuring a cross symbol. The image challenges conventional representations of Native Americans, reflecting Scholder's influence from post-modern and Pop Art.
Technique & Style
The lithograph is characterized by bold, simple lines and sharp edges, achieved through the printmaking process of applying ink to stone or metal. The resulting image is clean and graphic, with a focus on clear forms and minimal detail.
History & Provenance
Fritz Scholder, an enrolled member of the La Jolla Band of Luiseño Indians, taught at the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe in the late 1960s, where his work was influenced by his experiences and surroundings.
Artist & collection
Artist
Fritz William Scholder V (October 6, 1937 – February 10, 2005) was a Native American artist, who produced paintings, monotypes, lithographs, and sculptures.
