Untitled (Orange Mezzotint) [1st state] 1995

"Untitled (Orange Mezzotint)" (1995) is a mezzotint print by Jasper Johns. The artwork depicts a central square with a textured surface, surrounded by an assortment of abstract shapes and forms. The use of black and white creates a stark and contrasting effect, emphasizing the geometric simplicity of the central square. This print is a prime example of Johns's recurring themes of exploring the nature of perception, representation, and the process of artistic creation. His exploration of the familiar and the unknown, in this case, through the medium of printmaking, invites viewers to engage in a dialogue with the artwork and its complexities.