Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Jesús Rafael Soto. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1967 screenprint on plexiglass with metal rods by Venezuelan artist Jesús Rafael Soto, part of a diverse portfolio of eleven screenprints.
Technique & Style
The work combines screenprint on plexiglass with metal rods, creating a layered, textured composition that engages the viewer through optical effects and spatial interaction, characteristic of Soto's kinetic art style.
Subject & Meaning
The black and white striped pattern, simple yet rhythmic, generates a sense of movement and depth, enhanced by the transparency and layering achieved through the use of plexiglass and metal rods.
History & Provenance
The portfolio, which includes Untitled, is represented in notable collections, including The Museum of Modern Art in New York.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jesús Rafael Soto (June 5, 1923 – January 14, 2005) was a Venezuelan kinetic and op artist, sculptor, and painter.
