Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Lucio Fontana, ink, 1968
Untitled, by Lucio Fontana, ink, 1968

Untitled is an ink print by Lucio Fontana. It dates from 1968 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Lucio Fontana's 1968 print, Untitled, combines lithograph and inkless intaglio techniques. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print features a dark, irregular oval on a bright green background, containing faint, indistinct lines and marks. The oval's uneven edges and textured appearance contribute to its handmade quality.

Technique & Style

Fontana employed an unconventional printmaking method, using pressure or cutting to create dark areas without ink, resulting in a tactile, textured effect. This approach reflects his experimental approach to art and Spatialism's focus on spatial concepts.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Lucio Fontana

Artist

Lucio Fontana

Lucio Fontana (Italian: ; 19 February 1899 – 7 September 1968) was an Argentine-Italian sculptor, painter, and theorist.

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