Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Iain Baxter&. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled (1967) is a screenprint by Canadian conceptual artist Iain Baxter&, part of a 13-piece portfolio, with one variant featuring hand additions. The work exemplifies Baxter&'s conceptual approach, exploring perception and artistic roles.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a clear plastic bag containing bright orange, artificially rendered slices, tied with a red twist against a white background. The title 'Bagged Day glo Oranges 61' is handwritten in messy letters. The piece critiques representation and challenges the viewer's perception of reality.
Technique & Style
Baxter& employed screenprinting for mass production implications, contrasting with the handmade, irregular appearance of the bag's contents. The use of bold, bright colors (orange, red) against a plain white background heightens visual contrast.
History & Provenance
Created in 1967, during Baxter&'s pivotal involvement with conceptual art, the piece is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Context
Untitled reflects Baxter&'s work with N.E. Thing Co. (founded 1966 with Ingrid Baxter), blurring art and institutional critique. It aligns with the era's conceptual movement, questioning systems and artist-audience dynamics.
Legacy
As part of Baxter&'s conceptual output, Untitled contributes to the broader legacy of challenging traditional notions of art, influencing subsequent generations of conceptual and installation artists.
Artist & collection
Artist
IAIN BAXTER& (born Iain Baxter on November 16, 1936) is a Canadian conceptual artist.
