Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Jesús Rafael Soto, ink, 1969
Untitled, by Jesús Rafael Soto, ink, 1969

Untitled is an ink print by Jesús Rafael Soto. It dates from 1969 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1969 portfolio of eight screenprints by Jesús Rafael Soto, a Venezuelan artist known for kinetic and op art.

Subject & Meaning

One print features the bold, centered text 'SOTO VIBRATIONS' and a small notation 'EDITIONS DENISE RENE PARIS' in the corner, with the rest of the page empty, inviting contemplation of the void.

Technique & Style

The simplicity and use of blank space reflect Soto's exploration of visual perception and the dynamics of emptiness, characteristic of his kinetic and optical art practice.

History & Provenance

Soto's work gained international recognition during his lifetime, and his pieces are now held in major museums, including The Museum of Modern Art in New York.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jesús Rafael Soto

Artist

Jesús Rafael Soto

Jesús Rafael Soto (June 5, 1923 – January 14, 2005) was a Venezuelan kinetic and op artist, sculptor, and painter.

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