Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Liliana Porter. It dates from 1964 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Liliana Porter's Untitled, created in 1964, is a mixed-media print held at The Museum of Modern Art. It combines etching, aquatint, and collage on three sheets.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a complex urban scene, featuring a large dark gray rectangle with a staircase and various figures, including a woman in a dress and a man in a suit, arranged in a layered collage. A small doorway with the number '119' and cylindrical objects add to the scene's density.
Technique & Style
Porter employed a mix of techniques, including etching and aquatint, and incorporated collage elements to achieve a textured, layered effect. The combination of these methods contributes to the artwork's visual complexity and depth.
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.
