Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Gene Davis. It dates from 1972 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This untitled lithograph, created by Gene Davis in 1972, is a characteristic example of his work, featuring vertical stripes of bright color on a white background. Now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, it exemplifies his exploration of visual rhythm and perception through composition.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is an abstract arrangement of thin, vertical stripes in red, blue, yellow, and green, which repeat and vary slightly in alignment, engaging the viewer in a study of color interaction and perceptual response.
Technique & Style
Executed in lithography, the work leverages the medium's capabilities, with hand-drawn elements on stone translated into print. The slightly uneven edges and imperfect straightness of the stripes reflect the manual process inherent to lithographic printing.
History & Provenance
Created in 1972, this lithograph is part of Gene Davis's long-standing exploration of striped compositions, typically associated with his Color Field paintings. It is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Context
While Davis is renowned for his painted works, this lithograph demonstrates his adaptation of his signature style to printmaking, highlighting the versatility of his artistic approach across mediums.
Legacy
As a lithograph, it introduces viewers to the artistic possibilities of lithography, encouraging exploration of the technique beyond Davis's own body of work.
Artist & collection
Artist
Gene Davis (August 22, 1920 – April 6, 1985) was an American Color Field painter known especially for his paintings of vertical stripes of color.
