Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Helen Phillips. It dates from 1953 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1953 etching, titled 'Untitled', is the work of Helen Elizabeth Phillips, a sculptor and printmaker associated with avant-garde movements.
Subject & Meaning
The etching features an abstract, biomorphic form with curved lines and shapes, set against a light brown background with scattered marks, evoking a sense of movement and texture.
Technique & Style
Phillips' use of etching reflects her exploration of positive and negative space, characteristic of her broader practice, which evolved from surrealist influences toward geometric abstraction.
History & Provenance
Created during Phillips' engagement with mid-20th-century printmaking, 'Untitled' is a product of her time working across San Francisco, New York, and Paris.
Artist & collection
Artist
Helen Elizabeth Phillips, also known as Helen Phillips Hayter (March 3, 1913 – January 23, 1995), was an American sculptor, printmaker, and graphic artist active in San Francisco, New York, and Paris.
