Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Alfredo Zalce. It dates from 1945 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1945 lithograph, titled 'Untitled', is the work of Mexican artist Alfredo Zalce Torres. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a man reclining in a hammock with a baby. The man's legs hang over the edge, and the baby reaches up towards him. The scene is rendered in black and white, creating a somber atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The lithograph features crisscrossing lines in the hammock, giving it a web-like appearance. The use of black and white contributes to the image's simplicity and shadowy feel.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alfredo Zalce Torres (12 January 1908 – 19 January 2003) was a Mexican artist and contemporary of Diego Rivera, David Siqueiros and other better-known muralists.
