Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by June Wayne. It dates from 1960 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1960 lithograph by June Wayne, is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. The print features a prominent, dark face and a hand emerging from the bottom left, holding an indistinct small object.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a large, dark face with distinctive facial features - a sharp nose and small mouth. A hand from below offers an unclear, tiny object, leaving the interaction's intent ambiguous.
Technique & Style
The lithograph contrasts a dark, defined face against a lighter, rough-textured background, evoking the appearance of old paper or stone. This simple yet striking visual dichotomy characterizes the work's style.
History & Provenance
Created in 1960 by June Wayne, the lithograph is currently held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
June Claire Wayne was an American painter, printmaker, tapestry innovator, educator, and activist. She founded Tamarind Lithography Workshop (1960–1970), a then California-based nonprofit print shop dedicated to lithography.
