Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Sue Williamson, 1990
Untitled, by Sue Williamson, 1990

Untitled is a print by Sue Williamson. It dates from 1990 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Sue Williamson's Untitled, created in 1990, is a print work comprising 49 photocopies in artist-designed frames, held at The Museum of Modern Art.

Subject & Meaning

The work presents a grid of images of open books, mostly resembling library volumes, with some displaying hands holding the books. The photocopies vary in clarity, and some feature a yellowed page tone, while one has a notable pink stain.

Technique & Style

The uniform frames, arranged in neat rows, contain identical-sized photocopies, creating a sense of order. The use of photocopying as a medium introduces a layer of mechanical reproduction, affecting the image quality and contributing to the overall aesthetic.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Sue Williamson

Artist

Sue Williamson

Sue Williamson (b. 1941) was a South African artist, born in Lichfield.

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