Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Jan Stussy. It dates from 1970 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Jan Stussy's 1970 lithograph 'Untitled' is a black-and-white print depicting a seated figure. The artist was an American educator who taught at UCLA for over four decades.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows a person's lower back, bent legs, and feet on the floor, with sharp lines detailing the back muscles and spine. A blank square obscures the face and upper body, leaving the figure's identity and expression ambiguous.
Technique & Style
The lithographic technique used by Stussy allowed for precise, detailed lines, evident in the rendering of the figure's anatomy. The clean transfer of ink from stone to paper enabled this level of detail.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Stussy (August 13, 1921 – July 31, 1990) was an American artist, film producer, and professor.
