Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Afro, ink, 1956
Untitled, by Afro, ink, 1956

Untitled is an ink print by Afro. It dates from 1956 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1956 lithograph by Afro Basaldella, an Italian artist prominent in the post-World War II period.

Technique & Style

The abstract composition features bold, varied brushstrokes and vivid colors, with dominant shades of brown, yellow, and orange blending dynamically. The texture and thickness of the brushstrokes add depth to the piece.

Subject & Meaning

The work's colors appear to shift and change, with yellow and orange tones glowing from within, while browns provide grounding. The overall effect is one of energy and movement, suggesting a state of constant flux.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Afro

Artist

Afro

Afro Libio Basaldella (March 4, 1912 – July 24, 1976) was one of the most important Italian painters in the post-World War II period.

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