Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by Allan McCollum. It dates from 2006 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Allan McCollum's 2006 work 'Untitled' comprises three sets of 144 unique framed digital prints, exploring the interplay between mass production and individual craftsmanship.
Subject & Meaning
The prints depict a hand holding or interacting with various small objects, with subtle variations in gesture and item. The work examines how significance is assigned to objects in a culture influenced by the tension between handmade and industrially produced items.
Technique & Style
The digital prints are presented in identical black frames, arranged in a grid on the wall. The black and white images feature a plain white background, emphasizing the variations between the prints.
Context
McCollum's work builds on his long-standing investigation into the relationship between objects, production methods, and cultural significance, which he has explored in various series since the 1970s.
Artist & collection
Artist
Allan McCollum (born 4 August 1944) is a contemporary American artist who lives and works in New York City.
