Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Myron Stout, 1976
Untitled, by Myron Stout, 1976

Untitled is a print by Myron Stout. It dates from 1976 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a print from a 1976 portfolio of thirteen rubber stamps by Myron Stout, an American artist known for his abstract work.

Subject & Meaning

The print features a white, wishbone-like shape with a circular indentation, set against a black background. The abstract composition reflects Stout's geometric style, developed through his painting and teaching career.

Technique & Style

Created using a rubber stamp, the work showcases Stout's experimentation with unconventional mediums. The black and white design is characteristic of his minimalist aesthetic, bridging Abstract Expressionism and Minimalism.

History & Provenance

Stout, born in 1908, studied at North Texas State University and later with Hans Hofmann, influencing his artistic approach. The portfolio was produced in 1976, a culmination of his decades-long exploration of geometric abstraction.

Artist & collection

Artist

Myron Stout

Myron Stout (1908 – August 2, 1987) was an American abstract painter whose geometric paintings and drawings bridged the styles of Abstract Expressionism and Minimalism.

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