Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Lorna Simpson. It dates from 1992 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This untitled 1992 screenprint by Lorna Simpson features a black-and-white composition of two pairs of legs moving away from each other on a dark, textured background, with a small glowing object between them and the phrase 'Cure/Heal' in red at the bottom.
Subject & Meaning
The image conveys a sense of separation and mystery, emphasized by the blurred legs and dark background. The 'Cure/Heal' text introduces themes of restoration or healing, inviting interpretation of the relationship between the departing figures and the glowing object's significance.
Technique & Style
Simpson employs a simple, stark aesthetic, characteristic of her style, to direct focus towards the central figures and the enigmatic glow. The screenprint technique contributes to the work's textured, high-contrast visuality.
History & Provenance
Created in 1992 as part of a portfolio of ten screenprints, this work is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Context
Emerging from Simpson's early 1990s output, this piece reflects her exploration of identity, separation, and the suggestive power of minimal narrative elements, common in her period.
Legacy
This screenprint exemplifies Simpson's influence in using minimalist, symbol-rich compositions to explore themes of disconnection and healing, contributing to her recognized impact on contemporary printmaking and conceptual art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lorna Simpson is an American photographer and multimedia artist whose works have been exhibited both nationally and internationally.
