Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Robert Hodgins, ink, 2006
Untitled, by Robert Hodgins, ink, 2006

Untitled is an ink print by Robert Hodgins. It dates from 2006 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 2006 lithograph by Robert Hodgins, characterized by bold, flat shapes and a limited color palette. The work depicts a seated figure in a bright red coat, blue hat, and white shirt with purple spots, set against a flat peach background.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, a person with a blank face, is rendered more as a symbol than an individual, inviting interpretation beyond specific representation. The simplicity and flatness of the forms contribute to this symbolic quality.

Technique & Style

Executed in lithography, the print features clean lines and solid colors, typical of the medium. The artist's use of bold, geometric forms and a restrained palette reflects a stylized, two-dimensional aesthetic.

History & Provenance

Created in 2006, the lithograph is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Robert Hodgins

Robert Hodgins (1920–2010) was a South African artist, born in Dulwich.

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