Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Lawrence Stafford, ink, 1969
Untitled, by Lawrence Stafford, ink, 1969

Untitled is an ink print by Lawrence Stafford. It dates from 1969 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled, a 1969 screenprint by Lawrence Stafford, is characterized by vibrant, non-representational forms. Held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection, this work features bold, flat colors (predominantly reds, blues, and yellows) applied in thick, uneven patches, lacking recognizable subjects.

Subject & Meaning

The composition eschews figurative or landscape elements, instead presenting a chaotic arrangement of overlapping color blocks and streaks, intersected by darker lines that contrast with lighter areas, emphasizing abstraction.

Technique & Style

Executed using screenprint techniques, the work's fuzzy edges and rough texture are inherent to the method, where colors are forced through a stencil onto paper. This approach contributes to the piece's loose, expressive quality.

History & Provenance

Created in 1969, the screenprint is part of The Museum of Modern Art's holdings, indicating its recognition within the context of modern art movements of the time.

Artist & collection

Artist

Lawrence Stafford

Lawrence Stafford (b. 1938) was an American artist, born in Kansas City.

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