Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Jules Engel, ink, 1968
Untitled, by Jules Engel, ink, 1968

Untitled is an ink print by Jules Engel. It dates from 1968 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

This 1968 lithograph, titled 'Untitled', is the work of Jules Engel, a Hungarian-born American artist with a diverse practice spanning film, painting, sculpture, and graphic arts.

Subject & Meaning

The print features a geometric composition of triangles and squares, filled with bright red and green, and outlined in bold black lines. The balanced arrangement and limited color palette create a sharp, puzzle-like effect.

Technique & Style

The lithograph is characterized by its use of simple, clean lines and a restricted color scheme, reflecting Engel's engagement with abstract visual language.

History & Provenance

The print is part of the collection at The Museum of Modern Art, created during Engel's tenure as founding director of the experimental animation program at the California Institute of the Arts.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jules Engel

Artist

Jules Engel

Jules Engel (Hungarian: Engel Gyula; March 11, 1909 – September 6, 2003) was an American filmmaker, painter, sculptor, graphic artist, set designer, animator and teacher of Hungarian origin.

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