Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Jasper Johns. It dates from 1992 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This untitled 1992 lithograph by Jasper Johns combines disparate elements in a collage-style print, characterized by rough, uneven edges and a mix of materials.
Subject & Meaning
At its center, a large beige map of Europe, outlined in black, is surrounded by small squares of textured paper in faded colors and snippets of patterned fabric, suggesting a complex, layered composition that may allude to themes of geography, fragmentation, or the juxtaposition of different 'territories' of art and everyday life.
Technique & Style
The work exemplifies Johns' eclectic approach, blending printmaking with collage elements. The handmade, slightly messy appearance underscores the artist's exploration of tactile, process-driven artistry, distinct from the precision often associated with lithography.
History & Provenance
Created in 1992, as indicated by the date stamp '06.5.92' on the map, the lithograph is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting Johns' established presence in major postwar American art collections.
Context
Emerging from Johns' practice that spans abstract expressionism, Neo-Dada, and pop art, this work situates itself within late 20th-century experiments with mixed media and the deconstruction of traditional artistic boundaries.
Legacy
As part of Johns' prolific output, this lithograph contributes to the artist's legacy of challenging perceptual and creative norms, influencing subsequent generations of artists in their use of hybrid techniques and found materials.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jasper Johns (born May 15, 1930) is an American painter, sculptor, draftsman, and printmaker.
