Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by David. It dates from 1973 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a print by David Hockney, dating to 1973, and is part of a diverse portfolio of thirty-one works incorporating various techniques. The piece itself is an etching with aquatint, characterized by simple, sketchy lines and subtle shading, evoking a flat, somewhat unsettling atmosphere.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a weary-looking man in a hat and coat, holding a blank sign, alongside a crudely drawn head on a pedestal, resembling a damaged statue. The subjects' expressions and the overall simplicity contribute to an air of melancholy and ambiguity.
Technique & Style
Hockney employed etching with aquatint for this work, leveraging the techniques to create a predominantly monochromatic palette with varied line weights and textures. The style mimics the immediacy of a quick pencil sketch, with loose, expressive lines.
History & Provenance
Created in 1973, the piece is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA).
Artist & collection
Artist
David Hockney (born 9 July 1937) is an English painter, draughtsman, printmaker, stage designer, and photographer.
