Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Lee Bontecou, ink, 1980
Untitled, by Lee Bontecou, ink, 1980

Untitled is an ink print by Lee Bontecou. It dates from 1980 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Lee Bontecou's Untitled is a 1980 lithograph held at The Museum of Modern Art. It is a print featuring a jagged white form against a black background.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a rough-edged white shape, suggestive of torn metal or fabric, floating on a dark backdrop. This abstract form is characteristic of Bontecou's exploration of unusual, mechanical-like shapes.

Technique & Style

This lithograph was created as a study for a larger print, showcasing Bontecou's experimental approach. It retains a raw, handmade quality reminiscent of her sculptures, which often incorporate industrial materials like welded steel and wire.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Lee Bontecou

Artist

Lee Bontecou

Lee Bontecou was an American sculptor and printmaker and a pioneer figure in the New York art world.

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