Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by John Levee. It dates from 1969 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1969 lithograph by John Levee, is a vertically oriented, rectangular print characterized by a bifurcated composition. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The subject of Untitled is an exploration of symmetry and contrast. The top half features a grid of white circles against a red background, while the bottom half inverts this scheme with red circles on a white background. This dichotomy may symbolize duality or balance.
Technique & Style
Executed using lithography, the print leverages the technique's capabilities to produce bold, sharp-edged colors. Thin blue and gray lines serve as framing elements, separating the two halves and adding to the overall geometric clarity.
History & Provenance
Created in 1969, Untitled is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art, indicating its recognition within the modern art canon.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Levee was an American abstract expressionist painter who had worked in Paris since 1949. His father was M. C. Levee.
