Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Haegue Yang, ink, 2001
Untitled, by Haegue Yang, ink, 2001

Untitled is an ink print by Haegue Yang. It dates from 2001 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled, a 2001 offset lithograph by Haegue Yang, comprises sixteen sheets featuring loose, scattered shapes—ovals and wavy lines—that evoke a sense of lightness and airiness through simple, sketch-like lines with no clear focal point.

Subject & Meaning

The work explores themes of displacement and identity, characteristic of Yang's conceptual practice, which emphasizes vulnerability and connection through its abstract, non-cohesive arrangement of forms.

Technique & Style

Created using offset lithography, the print prioritizes process over polished appearance, allowing for the repetition of a sketch across multiple sheets in a manner that reflects Yang's sculptural and installation-oriented approach.

History & Provenance

Produced in 2001 by Haegue Yang, a South Korean artist with a background in sculpture and installation, and educator at Städelschule, with a bi-continental base in Berlin and Seoul.

Context

While Yang is primarily recognized for sculpture and installation, *Untitled* demonstrates her engagement with printmaking as a medium to explore core thematic concerns.

Legacy

As a print, *Untitled* contributes to Yang's broader artistic legacy, which spans multiple mediums and geographic locations, reflecting her conceptual explorations of human experience.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Haegue Yang

Artist

Haegue Yang

Haegue Yang (Korean: 양혜규; born December 12, 1971) is a South Korean artist primarily working in sculpture and installation.

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