Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Gerald Laing, ink, 1965
Untitled, by Gerald Laing, ink, 1965

Untitled is an ink print by Gerald Laing. It dates from 1965 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Gerald Laing's 1965 lithograph, Untitled, is an abstract print characterized by a dynamic yellow design on a beige background.

Subject & Meaning

The design features curved lines evoking flames or smoke, rising from the bottom to the top of the image, creating a sense of movement and energy.

Technique & Style

Laing's use of varying line widths and shapes adds visual interest and depth to the composition, while the single color scheme unifies the piece.

History & Provenance

Laing, a British artist associated with the Pop Art movement, created this work during a period of engagement with contemporary imagery and popular culture; the print is held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Gerald Laing

Gerald Ogilvie-Laing (11 February 1936 – 23 November 2011) was a British pop artist and sculptor. He lived in the Scottish Highlands.

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