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Untitled, by Alison Knowles, ink, 1969

Untitled

Alison Knowles

1969

ink

canvas

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1969 ink by Alison Knowles, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Alison Knowles
When & what style?
1969
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This image shows a bright yellow background with a dark blue silhouette of a person sitting on a chair. Their face is blurred, and the image looks like it was made with a stencil or screenprint. At the bottom, there’s text that reads “TUNA FISH” and “COMPLIMENTS OF Star-Kist Foods, Inc.” along with a name—Michael Cooper—and the words “THE IDENTICAL LUNCH.” The painting mixes everyday objects with art in a playful way. The text hints at a performance or event tied to food, which was part of the original idea. Look up Alison Knowles to see how she turned simple materials into thought-provoking art.

About the artist

Portrait of Alison Knowles
Artist

Alison Knowles

Alison Knowles (April 29, 1933 – October 29, 2025) was an American visual artist known for her installations, performances, soundworks, and publications.

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