Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Antonio Berni. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1967 print by Antonio Berni, created using collagraph and engraving techniques in relief printing. It is a black and white work that combines various objects and figures in a collage.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts three female figures with exaggerated features in different poses, alongside a framed image of an old-fashioned car. The juxtaposition of these elements reflects Berni's focus on contemporary social conditions, particularly urban poverty and industrialization.
Technique & Style
Berni employed collagraph and engraving to achieve a textured, layered effect. The incorporation of different patterns, such as floral lace, adds depth and visual interest to the composition, contrasting smooth and rough elements.
Context
As a key figure in Argentina's Nuevo Realismo movement, Berni's work was characterized by its engagement with social realism. Untitled is consistent with this aesthetic, exploring the tensions between elegance and hardship.
Artist & collection
Artist
Delesio Antonio Berni (14 May 1905 – 13 October 1981) was an Argentine figurative artist.
