Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Elizabeth Blackadder. It dates from 1960 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1960 lithograph by Elizabeth Blackadder, held at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print features a dark, amorphous form atop smudgy lines, evoking a hill or animal, in shades of gray, white, and red. The worn paper adds to the overall textured appearance.
Technique & Style
The artist employed traditional lithography, applying ink to a flat stone to achieve a rough, raw effect. The resulting print is characterized by uneven marks and streaks, reflecting the inherent unpredictability of the technique.
Artist & collection
Artist
Dame Elizabeth Violet Blackadder, Mrs Houston, was a Scottish painter and printmaker. She was the first woman to be elected to both the Royal Scottish Academy and the Royal Academy of Arts.
