The artwork, named “Untitled (Monochromatic Joke),” is a creation by the artist Richard Prince, completed in 1987. Executed using acrylic, silkscreen, and canvas, the piece is associated with the Conceptual Art movement and measures 142.2 x 121.9 cm. This work falls within the photo genre.
The artwork features a simple and stark presentation, with a dark monochromatic background serving as the canvas for text printed in white silkscreen. The text depicts a short, humorous anecdote involving a traveling salesman and a farmer, with the punchline delivered within the context of a misunderstood situation. The use of text as the primary visual element underlines the conceptual nature of Prince’s work, inviting viewers to engage with the humor and consider the role of interpretation in art.
