Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Jasper Johns, ink, 1974
Untitled, by Jasper Johns, ink, 1974

Untitled is an ink print by Jasper Johns. It dates from 1974 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1974 print by Jasper Johns, part of a diverse portfolio that showcases the artist's experimentation with various techniques.

Technique & Style

The work is a die-cut print, featuring a light-brown square with a subtle texture, bordered by a white frame. It combines multiple techniques, including screenprinting, lithography, and embossing, reflecting Johns' engagement with printmaking.

Subject & Meaning

The simple composition and subtle texture of the square invite close observation, while the faint lines and marks on its surface add complexity.

History & Provenance

The print bears a signature, date, and numbers in the bottom-left corner, and the letters 'M.D.' are embossed in the bottom-right corner.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jasper Johns

Artist

Jasper Johns

Jasper Johns (born May 15, 1930) is an American painter, sculptor, draftsman, and printmaker.

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