Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Liliana Porter. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Look up etching to see how artists carve lines into metal to create prints like this.
This is a single black square on a white background. No shapes, no details—just a flat, even dark color filling the whole space. The edges are clean, no brushstrokes or texture to break it up.
The artist made this as one of ten prints in 1967, using ink on paper. It’s simple but forces you to notice how empty space can feel heavy.
Look up etching to see how artists carve lines into metal to create prints like this.
Overview
Untitled, a 1967 etching by Liliana Porter, is a minimalist print featuring a single black square on a white background, devoid of additional shapes or details.
Subject & Meaning
The work's simplicity emphasizes the perceptual weight of empty space, prompting a contemplation of the interplay between presence and absence.
Technique & Style
Created using the etching technique (involving ink and metal plate carving), the print exhibits clean edges and a flat, even tone, characteristic of Porter's minimalist approach.
History & Provenance
One of ten etchings in the portfolio, 'Untitled' is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Liliana Porter is an Argentine contemporary artist working in a wide variety of media, including photography, printmaking, painting, drawing, installation, video, theater, and public art.
