Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Julia Jacquette, ink, 1995
Untitled, by Julia Jacquette, ink, 1995

Untitled is an ink print by Julia Jacquette. It dates from 1995 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1995 screenprint by Julia Jacquette, held at The Museum of Modern Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts four candy wrappers suspended in a dark background, their bright colors and varied patterns creating a jarring contrast. The image balances playfulness with a sense of unease, evoking the experience of consuming overly sweet treats.

Technique & Style

Jacquette employed screenprinting, a process involving ink forced through a stencil, to create the print's bold, graphic forms.

Context

Created when Jacquette was 27, Untitled reflects the artist's exploration of everyday subjects and her use of a technique associated with commercial printing.

Artist & collection

Artist

Julia Jacquette

Julia Jacquette is an American artist primarily based in New York City and Amsterdam.

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