Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Ted Stamm, graphite, 1974
Untitled, by Ted Stamm, graphite, 1974

Untitled is a graphite drawing by Ted Stamm. It dates from 1974 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

The painting incorporates a torn shopping bag, which is visible on the left side of the rectangle.

This painting is a dark, rectangular shape with a lighter border, set against a white background. The rectangle is painted with thick, black strokes and features a curved line in the center. The artist's signature and the date "1974" are written in pencil at the bottom of the painting.

The painting incorporates a torn shopping bag, which is visible on the left side of the rectangle. The bag's texture and tears add a sense of roughness to the overall piece.

If you're interested in exploring more works by this artist, you might want to look up Ted Stamm.

Overview

Ted Stamm's Untitled, created in 1974, is a mixed-media drawing held at The Museum of Modern Art. It combines various materials and techniques to produce a complex visual effect.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features a dark rectangle with a lighter border and a curved line, set against a white background. The incorporation of a torn shopping bag adds texture and roughness, potentially introducing themes of everyday life and materiality.

Technique & Style

The work employs a range of materials, including synthetic polymer paint, a torn shopping bag, and pencil on paper. Thick, black strokes and the visible texture of the bag contribute to its tactile quality.

History & Provenance

Created in 1974, Untitled is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. The artist's signature and date are inscribed in pencil at the bottom.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Ted Stamm

Artist

Ted Stamm

Ted Stamm (1944–1984) was an American artist, born in Brooklyn.

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