Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil print by Garo Antreasian. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1967 lithograph by Garo Antreasian, is part of a portfolio of eleven prints and is currently held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The composition consists of three adjacent, tall, narrow panels, each framed by a thick yellow border on a light gray background. Decorative semicircles, composed of stacked, multicolored (blue, red, light green) rings outlined in gold foil, adorn the top and bottom of each panel.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Antreasian's use of geometric patterns and innovative printing techniques, notably the incorporation of shiny gold foil through chine collé, enhancing the visual prominence of the semicircular motifs.
History & Provenance
Created in 1967, the lithograph is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting its recognition within the context of modern printmaking.
Context
Antreasian's work, including this piece, is characterized by its exploration of geometric forms, aligning with broader mid-20th-century artistic tendencies towards abstraction and experimentation with print techniques.
Artist & collection
Artist
Garo Zareh Antreasian was an American printmaker and educator. He was one of the co-founders of the Tamarind Lithography Workshop in Los Angeles, California.
