Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Victor Vasarely. It dates from 1968 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Victor Vasarely's 1968 screenprint, Untitled, is a characteristic example of Op art, a movement he helped lead. The print is a grid of small blue squares, gradating from light to dark.
Subject & Meaning
The artwork creates an optical illusion of depth through its color gradation, from light blue at the periphery to dark blue at the center. This inward-drawing effect contributes to the composition's balance.
Technique & Style
The screenprint features sharp, clean lines and a lack of visible brushstrokes or texture, showcasing Vasarely's use of geometric abstraction and precise color arrangement.
History & Provenance
Vasarely, a Hungarian-French artist, was a key figure in the Op art movement. His work is held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Victor Vasarely (French: ; born Vásárhelyi Győző, Hungarian: ; 9 April 1906 – 15 March 1997) was a Hungarian-French artist, who is widely accepted as a "grandfather" and leader of the Op art movement.
