Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by James Siena. It dates from 2000 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a portfolio of nine prints by James Siena, created in 2000, comprising eight etchings and one engraving. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a simple, geometric room with red-brown walls composed of stacked, straight lines and a floor of horizontal lines. A small square opening is visible in one corner, suggesting a window or door.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by hand-drawn lines that convey a sense of precision. The artist employed intaglio printing techniques, where ink is pressed into metal plates, to achieve the etched and engraved effects.
Artist & collection
Artist
James Siena is an American contemporary artist. His art is typically created through a series of self-imposed constraints also sometimes referred to as visual algorithms—rules Siena decides on before sitting down to…
