Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by Sterling Ruby. It dates from 2007 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This untitled print by Sterling Ruby comprises three letterpress sheets. Created in 2007, it is characterized by bold, vibrant imagery and text.
Subject & Meaning
The work features a jagged V-shape with dripping lines, a blurry red square with a faint figure, and text that references institutional violation. The imagery and text suggest a critique of power structures, though the specific target is unclear.
Technique & Style
The letterpress technique yields a raw, unfinished aesthetic, with rough edges and smeared text. The use of bright orange and bold black shapes adds to the work's dynamic visual quality.
Context
Sterling Ruby's practice encompasses a range of media, including ceramics, painting, and sculpture. His work often explores themes of urban culture, violence, and societal structures, drawing on influences such as graffiti and punk.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sterling Ruby (born January 21, 1972) is an American artist who works in a large variety of media including ceramics, painting, drawing, collage, sculpture, video, and textiles.
