Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Christopher Williams, ink, 2001
Untitled, by Christopher Williams, ink, 2001

Untitled is an ink print by Christopher Williams. It dates from 2001 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

This image shows a green-tinted photo of a simple wooden chair and a small table.

This image shows a green-tinted photo of a simple wooden chair and a small table. The chair has a straight back and a flat seat, leaning slightly against the wall. On the table sits a green folder with some text and a pen holder. The whole scene is washed out, like an old photo.

The text below says this is an art piece from 2001 by Christopher Williams. It was shown at the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery.

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Overview

Untitled is an offset lithograph created by American artist Christopher Williams in 2001. It is a print featuring a faded, green-tinted image of everyday objects.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a simple wooden chair leaning against a wall and a small table with a green folder and pen holder. The work explores themes of representation and perception, characteristic of Williams' practice.

Technique & Style

The offset lithograph technique was used to produce this print, resulting in a washed-out, almost nostalgic quality. The image appears like an old, degraded photograph.

History & Provenance

Untitled was exhibited at the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery and is now held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Christopher Williams

Christopher Williams (born 1956 in Los Angeles) is an American conceptual artist and fine-art photographer who lives in Cologne and works in Düsseldorf.

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