Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by Yutaka Matsuzawa. It dates from 1964 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1964 print is one of 71 electrostatic works by Yutaka Matsuzawa, a key figure in Japanese conceptual art. The untitled work features abstract shapes and Japanese text.
Subject & Meaning
The print presents six abstract black-and-white forms with varied complexity, accompanied by dense Japanese text. The shapes resemble diagrams, suggesting a studied or analytical quality.
Technique & Style
Created using an electrostatic process, the print reflects Matsuzawa's experimental approach, prioritizing ideas over traditional artistic materials and forms.
History & Provenance
Matsuzawa produced this work in 1964, during a period of significant creative output that spanned from the 1950s until his death in 2006.
Artist & collection
Artist
Yutaka Matsuzawa (松澤宥, Matsuzawa Yutaka; February 2, 1922 – October 15, 2006) was a pioneer conceptual artist. He was active from the 1950s until his death in central Japan.
