Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Lisa Yuskavage. It dates from 2002 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Created in 2002, this lithograph by Lisa Yuskavage—an American artist born in 1962 who works in New York—depicts a solitary female figure rendered in a sketch‑like manner. The image is part of the Museum of Modern Art’s collection, where it is displayed among the institution’s holdings of contemporary prints.
Subject & Meaning
The composition presents a woman seated with her legs crossed, one arm lifted toward her hair, and adorned with a beaded necklace and a plain belt. The pose, combined with the informal handling of line, suggests an intimate, private moment, inviting viewers to consider the everyday gestures that define personal presence.
Technique & Style
Yuskavage employs loose, rapid lines and subtle smudging, especially around the hands and hair, to convey movement and texture. Extensive shading models the curvature of the figure and the play of light across the skin. The lithograph is printed on a rough‑textured paper, and the edges retain a hand‑drawn quality that emphasizes the work’s gestural origins.
History & Provenance
The print was produced in 2002 as part of Yuskavage’s ongoing exploration of the figure, a theme that challenges conventional genre conventions. It entered the Museum of Modern Art’s collection shortly after its creation, where it remains a documented example of early‑21st‑century American printmaking.
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.
