Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Nicolas Garcia Uriburu, ink, 1973
Untitled, by Nicolas Garcia Uriburu, ink, 1973

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

About this work

Overview

Untitled (1973) is a portfolio of six screenprints by Nicolás García Uriburu, combining his roles as landscape architect, ecologist, and artist to address environmental concerns.

Subject & Meaning

The work focuses on ecological awareness, particularly water pollution, reflecting Uriburu's land art practice and advocacy for sustainability and nature engagement.

Technique & Style

Each screenprint in the portfolio features a distinct color palette and composition, collectively conveying a unified message through varied visual expressions.

History & Provenance

Created in 1973, the portfolio served as a manifesto, emphasizing the artist's intent to communicate a specific environmental message.

Context

Associated with the land art movement, Untitled aligns with Uriburu's broader practice of using art to highlight ecological issues, notably water pollution.

Legacy

Untitled is part of a body of work that contributes to the global dialogue on environmental art, with the artist's message remaining relevant today.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Nicolas Garcia Uriburu

Artist

Nicolas Garcia Uriburu

Nicolás García Uriburu (December 24, 1937 – June 19, 2016) was an Argentine artist, landscape architect, and ecologist. His work in land art was aimed at raising consciousness about environmental issues such as water pollution.

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