Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Willie Cole. It dates from 1991 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1991 photolithograph by Willie Cole, incorporating metallic powder additions and collage elements. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a surreal, mechanical figure constructed from stacked and glued old fans, forming arms, legs, and a head. This assemblage suggests a hybrid of robot and creature, evoking themes of transformation and reuse of discarded materials.
Technique & Style
Cole employed a combination of photolithography with metallic powder accents to enhance the figure's visibility. The palette is predominantly blue, black, and rusty brown, set against a textured, greenish background. The incorporation of actual fan elements in the collage adds a tactile, three-dimensional quality.
History & Provenance
Created in 1991, the piece is currently held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art, though its exhibition history and previous ownership are not detailed here.
Context
Untitled reflects Cole's exploration of recycling everyday objects into new, often surreal forms, touching on environmental and creative reuse themes prevalent in early 1990s art.
Legacy
While specific legacy details of this piece are not provided, it contributes to Cole's broader body of work that challenges perceptions of waste and creativity, influencing subsequent generations of artists exploring similar themes.
Artist & collection
Artist
Willie Cole is a contemporary American sculptor, printer, and conceptual and visual artist.
