Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Robert Rohm. It dates from 1968 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
The title at the bottom says "CUT CORNERS" and includes a date, March 15, 1968.
This drawing shows three odd, angular shapes that look like paper cutouts. Each one has a zigzag pattern inside, almost like a maze. They’re set against a grid of tiny yellow dots, making the shapes stand out.
The title at the bottom says "CUT CORNERS" and includes a date, March 15, 1968. The artist signed it, but the name isn’t visible here.
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Overview
Created in 1968, this offset lithograph by Robert Rohm is part of the collection at the Museum of Modern Art. The work is untitled, though a handwritten note at the bottom reads “CUT CORNERS” with the date March 15, 1968, and Rohm’s signature, though the name is not legible in the image.
Subject & Meaning
The composition consists of three angular, cut‑out‑like forms, each filled with a dense zigzag pattern reminiscent of a maze. These shapes are positioned against a field of minute yellow dots that form a subtle grid, creating a visual contrast between the stark, geometric figures and the textured background.
Technique & Style
Executed as an offset lithograph, the piece employs the reproducible qualities of printmaking while retaining a hand‑drawn aesthetic. The crisp lines of the angular forms and the repetitive dot matrix demonstrate Rohm’s interest in combining precise graphic elements with more organic, pattern‑based surfaces.
History & Provenance
The lithograph entered the Museum of Modern Art’s holdings shortly after its creation, reflecting the institution’s commitment to documenting contemporary print practices of the late 1960s. Its acquisition underscores the museum’s broader effort to represent the experimental approaches of American artists during that period.
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