Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Hussein Chalayan, 2001
Untitled, by Hussein Chalayan, 2001

Untitled is a print by Hussein Chalayan. It dates from 2001 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

This print by Hussein Chalayan shows a woman in a long dress and veil. At first glance she seems like a bride, but her unhappy stare and tense hands suggest something deeper.

The image comes from a 2001 limited-edition box set published by SHOWstudio. It mixes art, fashion, and photography from creative figures.

It’s held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Overview

This print, by fashion designer Hussein Chalayan, is part of a limited-edition box set published by SHOWstudio in 2001. The set combines works by various creative professionals, including photographers and musicians.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a woman in a long dress and veil, initially resembling a bride. However, her unhappy expression and tense hand posture suggest underlying anxiety or unease, adding complexity to the simple drawing.

Technique & Style

The print features a simple, drawn image with a fragile quality, evoking a sense of distance or memory. The etching technique contributes to the overall aesthetic, which blends elements of art and fashion.

History & Provenance

The print is part of a collection held at the Victoria and Albert Museum. It was originally included in a box set that served as a modern archive or time capsule, reflecting SHOWstudio's interests in contemporary image-making and multimedia.

Artist & collection

Artist

Hussein Chalayan

This artist made a single print in 2001 titled Untitled. They left no recorded movement tags or contemporaries, so their work sits outside any named school. The piece is a flat, abstract image—no figure, no ground, just…