Untitled
1974
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1974
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This image shows a single black nail floating in the center of a blank white space. The nail is angled slightly, with its head pointing up and a faint shadow line beneath it. The background is completely empty, with no other marks or details. The nail is the only object, yet it stands out sharply against the white. This work uses a mix of printing methods to create its simple but striking effect. Look up etching to see how artists like this carve images into metal plates.