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Untitled, by Benjamin Patterson, ink, 1964

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Overview

Untitled is a 1964 ink by Benjamin Patterson, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Benjamin Patterson
When & what style?
1964
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting features four red-outlined shapes, resembling footprints, arranged in a square pattern. Each shape has a number inside: 3 at the top, 2 on the right, 4 on the left, and an illegible number at the bottom. The background is a light beige color. The shapes are drawn with a felt-tip pen, and the numbers appear to be stamped in ink. The overall effect is simple yet intriguing, inviting the viewer to ponder the meaning behind these abstract forms. To learn more about the artist's use of bold lines and simple shapes, explore the works of Benjamin Patterson.

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