Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by Lisa Yuskavage. It dates from 2017 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art. Created in 2017, this intaglio and digital print with chine collé is part of the Museum of Modern Art’s collection.
About this work
Overview
Created in 2017, this intaglio and digital print with chine collé is part of the Museum of Modern Art’s collection. The work presents a solitary figure seated at a table, surrounded by modest domestic objects, rendered in a limited palette of dark tones that emphasize contrast and depth.
Subject & Meaning
The central figure, a person with shaggy dark hair, rests a left arm on the table while holding a wine glass in the right hand. A bowl of fruit, a candle, and a nearby shelf with a plant suggest an intimate, perhaps contemplative setting, inviting viewers to consider themes of solitude and quiet ritual.
Technique & Style
Combining traditional intaglio engraving with digitally produced imagery, the artist employs chine collé to adhere a thin paper layer onto the print surface, enhancing texture. The composition relies on chiaroscuro, using stark light and shadow to model forms and create a moody atmosphere.
History & Provenance
The piece was produced by American artist Lisa Yuskavage, born in 1962 and based in New York City. After its creation, the work entered the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art, where it remains on view.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lisa Yuskavage ( yə-SKAV-ij; born 1962) is an American artist who lives and works in New York City. She is known for her figure paintings that challenge conventional understandings of the genre.
