Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Wadsworth Jarrell. It dates from 1972 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1972 screenprint by Wadsworth Jarrell, an artist known for his vibrant depictions of African American life and culture.
Subject & Meaning
The work embodies Jarrell's engagement with Black cultural expression, reflecting his interests in jazz and the experiences of African Americans during a period of rising racial tensions.
Technique & Style
Characterized by swirling lines, bold colors, and layered shapes, the print's dynamic composition is achieved through screenprinting, resulting in flat yet vivid hues and a hypnotic visual effect.
History & Provenance
Jarrell created Untitled while running WJ Studio and Gallery with his wife Jae in Chicago, a hub for regional artists and musicians.
Context
The artist's work was influenced by his studies at the Art Institute of Chicago and his involvement in the city's late 1960s art scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
Wadsworth Aikens Jarrell (born November 20, 1929) is an American painter, sculptor and printmaker.
