Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by Yoko Ono. It dates from 1966 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled (1966) is a print-based artwork by Yoko Ono, consisting of an envelope with twenty unique offset cards, each featuring distinct designs that blend text and imagery.
Subject & Meaning
The work's subject matter is diverse, with elements including figurative illustrations (a head, a fish, a dynamically posed man) and bold typography, conveying a sense of playful energy. Its meaning is rooted in Ono's exploration of avant-garde expression.
Technique & Style
Ono employed offset printing to produce the twenty cards, characterized by their mixed media approach (text + image) and the expressive use of bold typography, reflecting the experimental nature of her practice.
History & Provenance
Created in 1966, Untitled is associated with Ono's involvement in the New York Fluxus movement. The piece is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Context
Untitled emerges from Ono's integration into New York's downtown avant-garde scene after her 1952 move from Japan, marking her contribution to the era's experimental art practices.
Artist & collection
Artist
Yoko Ono (Japanese: 小野 洋子, romanized: Ono Yōko, usually spelled in katakana as オノ・ヨーコ; born February 18, 1933) is a Japanese artist, musician, and peace activist.
