Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by Jean-Charles Blais. It dates from 1986 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
This print shows a person standing on a rough ground, arms raised. The background is mostly black, but the lower right corner has a wavy, textured shape. The lines are simple and bold, with no shading.
The artist used a technique called linoleum cut, where ink is pressed into carved linoleum. The date 1986 is written in the corner.
Look up Jean-Charles Blais to see more of his work.
Overview
Untitled is a linoleum cut print by Jean-Charles Blais, created in 1986 and held at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a figure standing on uneven terrain with arms raised, set against a predominantly black background with a textured, wavy shape in the lower right corner.
Technique & Style
The work features simple, bold lines and lacks shading, characteristic of the linoleum cut technique, where ink is pressed into carved linoleum to produce the image.
History & Provenance
The print is dated 1986, with the date written in the corner, and is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
