Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Nancy Spero. It dates from 2009 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This 2009 print by Nancy Spero is a digital print with lithograph, part of a nineteen-piece portfolio that showcases varied printmaking techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The print features a vertical black line with irregular, mask-like shapes suspended from it, set against a light gray background. The arrangement conveys a sense of instability, reflecting Spero's engagement with contemporary social and cultural issues.
Technique & Style
The work combines digital printing with lithography, exemplifying Spero's experimental approach to printmaking. The simple, uneven lines and shapes suggest a spontaneous, gestural quality.
History & Provenance
The print is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, representing Spero's five-decade career as a politically engaged and feminist artist.
Artist & collection
Artist
Nancy Spero (August 24, 1926 – October 18, 2009) was an American visual artist known for her political and feminist paintings and hand pulled art prints.
