Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Anibal Gil. It dates from 1972 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is an intaglio print produced in 1972 as part of a larger portfolio that includes ten intaglios, seven screenprints, three lithographs, and a single aquatint. The work belongs to the Museum of Modern Art’s collection and exemplifies the artist’s exploration of printmaking techniques during the early 1970s.
Subject & Meaning
The image depicts a figure wearing a broad-brimmed hat, their face concealed in shadow. In one hand the figure cradles a bird with meticulously rendered feathers, while the other hand rests calmly on the lap, suggesting a quiet, contemplative interaction between human and animal.
Technique & Style
Executed as an intaglio, the print relies on incised lines that hold ink, producing deep, textured marks. The surface bears a rough, almost sketch‑like quality, with scratchy lines that convey immediacy and a tactile sense of movement within the composition.
History & Provenance
Created in 1972, the work entered the Museum of Modern Art’s holdings as part of its effort to document experimental print practices of the period. It remains catalogued under the museum’s print and drawing department, where it is displayed alongside other works from the same portfolio.
Context
The piece reflects a broader interest among artists of the era in combining traditional printmaking with more spontaneous, gestural drawing. Its inclusion of both figurative and natural elements aligns with contemporary concerns about the relationship between humanity and the natural world.
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