Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Joe Tilson. It dates from 1973 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a screenprint by Joe Tilson, is part of a diverse portfolio of prints created in 1973. The work is held at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print is a collage of four distinct images: a pale shape with a spiral, a blurred photograph of a face and bear, a greenish landscape with figures and a train, and two orange figures in a dark background. The title 'Earth Ritual' is inscribed at the bottom, suggesting a thematic connection to ritual or natural cycles.
Technique & Style
The work is a screenprint, a technique that allows for bold, graphic imagery. The use of collage and varied imagery within the print reflects Tilson's experimental approach to composition and meaning.
History & Provenance
Created in 1973, Untitled is part of a larger portfolio that showcases Tilson's exploration of various printmaking techniques, including lithography, etching, and aquatint. The work is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Joseph Charles Tilson was a British visual artist and fellow of the Royal Academy. He was involved in the Pop Art movement in the 1960s; he made paintings, prints and constructions.
