Untitled
1974
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1974
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Untitled is a 1974 ink by Jasper Johns, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting shows big, uneven shapes on a light background. There are three dark gray patches, three red patches, and a few pale areas. The edges of the shapes look rough, almost like they were cut out by hand. The colors stand out against the off-white space. The artist used a mix of printing and pressing to create texture—some spots feel raised, others flat. This was a way to add depth without drawing anything recognizable. Look up lithography to see how this printing technique works.
