Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Martha Tuttle. It dates from 2017 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a mixed-media print by Martha Tuttle, dating to 2017, and is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. The work combines pasted lithograph and digital print elements on three sheets of rice paper.
Subject & Meaning
At first glance, the piece appears to depict crumpled black fabric against a light background, with sharp, uneven folds evoking shadows or wire mesh. Thin white lines intersect the dark forms, suggesting tangles or fractures.
Technique & Style
Tuttle achieves the work's textured appearance through a hybrid technique, merging traditional lithography with digital printing and paper collage. The incorporation of rice paper adds to the tactile quality of the piece.
History & Provenance
Created in 2017, the work is currently held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Context
The piece reflects Tuttle's exploration of materiality and the intersection of traditional and contemporary printmaking techniques. The use of lithography, a centuries-old method, alongside digital printing, highlights this intersection.
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