Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by Geoffrey Clarke. It dates from 1955 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1955 aquatint print by Geoffrey Clarke, created as a study for a sculpture. It is one of a limited edition of fifteen.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a simple still life: a lopsided pitcher on a table, accompanied by a flower with thick petals. The composition is characterized by a sense of instability, with the pitcher appearing precarious.
Technique & Style
The image is rendered in black ink, with rough, uneven lines and smudges around the edges. The background is largely blank, allowing the shapes to stand out. The loose, sketchy style suggests a spontaneous and expressive approach.
History & Provenance
The print is signed and dated 'Clarke 1955' in pencil, and numbered '13/15', indicating its place in the edition.
Artist & collection
Artist
Geoffrey Clarke (28 November 1924 – 30 October 2014) was a British sculptor of ecclesiastical art and maker of stained glass.
