Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Marisol, ink, 1973
Untitled, by Marisol, ink, 1973

Untitled is an ink print by Marisol. It dates from 1973 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1973 lithograph by Marisol, a Venezuelan-American sculptor active in New York City. The print is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The lithograph depicts a serene face surrounded by a halo of hands in various colors, sizes, and orientations, conveying a sense of movement. The artist's name is inscribed below the face.

Technique & Style

The print features a flat, sketch-like style, with the hands and face rendered in a simplified manner. The use of lithography allowed for the creation of a detailed image with subtle color variations.

History & Provenance

Marisol gained recognition in the 1960s and later received renewed attention through retrospectives in the 21st century. The print has been part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Marisol

Artist

Marisol

Marisol Escobar (May 22, 1930 – April 30, 2016), otherwise known simply as Marisol, was a Venezuelan-American sculptor born in Paris, who lived and worked in New York City.

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