Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Richard Hamilton, ink, 1982
Untitled, by Richard Hamilton, ink, 1982

Untitled is an ink print by Richard Hamilton. It dates from 1982 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Richard Hamilton's 1982 print 'Untitled' is a multifaceted work that showcases the artist's technical skill and attention to detail. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a group of people around a table, with a standing woman gesturing as if speaking. The scene is characterized by a range of interactions among the figures, with varying degrees of prominence and obscurity.

Technique & Style

Hamilton employed a combination of etching techniques, including soft ground etching, lift ground aquatint, and engraving, to achieve a nuanced range of grays. The varying tones create depth and dimensionality in the scene, with darker shading on figures and lighter tones in the background.

History & Provenance

Hamilton was a key figure in the development of pop art, with influential works such as 'Man, Machine and Motion' (1955) and 'Just what is it that makes today's homes so different, so appealing?' (1956). 'Untitled' (1982) is a later example of his work, held in a prominent modern art collection.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Richard Hamilton

Artist

Richard Hamilton

Richard William Hamilton (24 February 1922 – 13 September 2011) was an English painter and collage artist.

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