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Untitled, by Waltercio Caldas, 1973

Untitled

Waltercio Caldas

1973

paper

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

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Overview

Untitled is a 1973 by Waltercio Caldas, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Waltercio Caldas
When & what style?
1973
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

The painting features a grid of 40 stickers, each with the letters "FIM" in the center, arranged in eight rows of five. The stickers are rectangular with rounded corners and have a black background with gold lettering. They are placed on a light beige background, which is the color of the photo paper. The stickers are identical, with the same font and color scheme, creating a sense of uniformity and repetition. The grid pattern adds to the overall sense of structure and order in the composition. The use of stickers as a medium adds a playful and modern touch to the painting, while the grid pattern and repetition of the letters create a sense of rhythm and visual interest. To learn more about the artist's use of unconventional materials, explore the works of Waltercio Caldas.

About the artist

Artist

Waltercio Caldas

Waltércio Caldas Júnior, also known as Waltércio Caldas, is a Brazilian sculptor, designer, and graphic artist. Caldas is best known as part of Brazil's Neo-Concretism movement as well as for his eclectic choices in materials.

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