Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Walter Robinson, 1981
Untitled, by Walter Robinson, 1981

Untitled is a print by Walter Robinson. It dates from 1981 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled, a 1981 stencil print by Walter Robinson, depicts a couple engaged in a slow dance. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The artwork focuses on an intimate moment between two figures. The man, dressed in formal attire, and the woman, in a distinctive red dress, are shown with faces close together, conveying a sense of closeness.

Technique & Style

Robinson employs bold, flat colors and avoids realistic shading, opting instead for solid, bright hues. The predominantly black background features a contrasting yellow glow in one corner, adding depth through color contrast.

History & Provenance

Created in 1981, the work is currently held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Walter Robinson

Artist

Walter Robinson

Walter Rossiter Robinson III, also known as Mike Robinson, was an American painter, publisher, art curator, and art writer, based in New York City.

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