Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Alfred Hrdlicka, ink, 1973
Untitled, by Alfred Hrdlicka, ink, 1973

Untitled is an ink print by Alfred Hrdlicka. It dates from 1973 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is an etching by Alfred Hrdlicka, created in 1973, and is part of a diverse portfolio of prints. It is held at The Museum of Modern Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a chaotic scene with a bull and two human figures entangled, conveying a sense of struggle or conflict. The rough, scratchy lines suggest a dynamic and intense moment.

Technique & Style

The etching technique, which involves acid biting into metal, was used to create the image. The resulting lines are expressive and raw, capturing the urgency of the scene.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Alfred Hrdlicka

Artist

Alfred Hrdlicka

Alfred Hrdlicka was an Austrian sculptor, painter, and professor. His surname is sometimes written Hrdlička.

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