Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Josef Albers. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a lithograph from a 1963 portfolio of ten prints by Josef Albers, created during his time in the United States.
Subject & Meaning
The print is an abstract composition featuring nested squares in shades of gray and white, exploring the interaction of color and shape.
Technique & Style
Albers employed a geometric and color-focused approach, characteristic of his work, using simple shapes and a limited palette to create a layered effect.
History & Provenance
Albers, born in Germany in 1888, was an influential artist and educator who relocated to the U.S. and continued to develop his style, with this work being part of a series held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Josef Albers ( AL-bərz, US also AHL-, German: ; March 19, 1888 – March 25, 1976) was a German-born American artist and educator who is considered one of the most influential 20th-century art teachers in the United States.
