Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a paint painting by the Pop art artist Richard Pettibone. It dates from 1969 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1969 painting by Richard Pettibone, is a circular canvas work executed in synthetic polymer paint, characterized by bold, flat colors and geometric shapes.
Subject & Meaning
As an allegory, the piece conveys a sense of tension beneath its cheerful surface, achieved through misaligned, overlapping shapes in bright hues (red, blue, yellow, purple) divided by black and brown lines.
Technique & Style
Pettibone's technique is marked by smooth, brushstroke-free application of paint, emphasizing the geometric and flat qualities of the composition, framed by a thin gold border.
History & Provenance
The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting its significance within late 20th-century artistic movements.
Artist & collection
Artist
Richard Pettibone was an American artist. He was known for his appropriation art, a practice that involves replicating or reinterpreting existing artworks. He is best known for his meticulously crafted miniature copies…
