Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Tim Rollins K.O.S. (Kids of Survival). It dates from 1990 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1990 print by Tim Rollins and K.O.S., combines text and imagery on chine collé. The work features a black-and-white page with German text and a prominent, faded red circle.
Subject & Meaning
The subject of Untitled is ambiguous, but the juxtaposition of a serene, typed poem/dialogue with a stark, irregular red circle introduces a sense of tension or anomaly, inviting interpretation.
Technique & Style
The print employs spit bite aquatint, etching, and xerograph techniques, incorporating animal blood and alcohol for the red circle, which appears smudged or blurred, contrasting with the crisp, modern font of the text.
History & Provenance
Created in 1990 by Tim Rollins and K.O.S., Untitled is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Context
The work reflects the collaborative practice of Tim Rollins and K.O.S., known for integrating literature and art, often with unconventional materials and techniques.
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