Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Walid Raad. It dates from 2014 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Walid Raad's 'Untitled' is a mixed-media print that combines offset lithograph and lasercut techniques. Created in 2014, it is part of his ongoing project with the fictional collective The Atlas Group.
Subject & Meaning
The work features a central rectangular cutout with jagged edges, evoking a torn paper effect, and a smaller rectangle with illegible black text in the top-left corner. The simplicity of the composition draws attention to the negative space created by the cutout.
Technique & Style
The piece is characterized by its minimalist aesthetic, achieved through the use of a white background, precise cutting, and restrained text. The contrast between the smooth lithograph and the jagged lasercut edge adds visual interest.
History & Provenance
'Untitled' is held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art, representing Raad's work in a major international institution.
Context
Raad's work often explores the contemporary history of Lebanon, his country of birth, through projects like The Atlas Group, a fictional collective that serves as a framework for his investigations.
Artist & collection
Artist
Walid Raad (Ra'ad) (Arabic: وليد رعد) (born 1967 in Chbanieh, Lebanon) is a contemporary media artist.
