Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Irving Petlin. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a lithograph from a diverse portfolio of prints created in 1967 by Irving Petlin. It is part of the collection at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The lithograph features a large, rectangular form with rounded corners in a light red hue. Dynamic lines and marks of varying thicknesses adorn the shape, conveying a sense of motion or impending energy release.
Technique & Style
Petlin utilized lithography to achieve detailed textures and expressive line work. The monochromatic color scheme enhances cohesion, while the contrast between thick and delicate marks introduces visual tension.
History & Provenance
Created in 1967, the work is housed in The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Specific details about its creation context or previous ownership are not provided.
Context
Part of a portfolio that experiments with various printmaking techniques (including screenprints, collage, embossing, and etching), this lithograph showcases Petlin's exploration of medium diversity in the late 1960s.
Artist & collection
Artist
Irving Petlin was an American artist and painter renowned for his mastery of the pastel medium and collaborations with other artists and for his work in the "series form" in which he employed the raw materials of…
