Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Liliana Porter. It dates from 2021 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, produced in 2021 by Liliana Porter, is an etching that incorporates a three‑dimensional figurine. The work belongs to the collection of the Museum of Modern Art and is presented as a single print with an attached small blue figure.
Subject & Meaning
The composition features a stark, pale background traversed by two loose, swirling black lines near the top, while a solitary blue figurine stands below with arms at its sides. The juxtaposition of abstract ink marks and the concrete figure invites contemplation of presence versus absence.
Technique & Style
Porter employed traditional intaglio etching, using acid to incise the swirling lines into a metal plate, which yields precise yet fluid marks on paper. The addition of a molded figurine extends the two‑dimensional print into a modest three‑dimensional object, blurring the boundary between printmaking and sculpture.
History & Provenance
Created in 2021, the piece entered the Museum of Modern Art’s holdings shortly after its completion, becoming part of the institution’s contemporary print collection. Its acquisition reflects MoMA’s ongoing interest in works that explore the intersection of media.
Artist & collection
Artist
Liliana Porter is an Argentine contemporary artist working in a wide variety of media, including photography, printmaking, painting, drawing, installation, video, theater, and public art.
