Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Eduardo Chillida. It dates from 1972 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1972, this untitled woodcut by Spanish sculptor Eduardo Chillida is part of the collection at the Museum of Modern Art. Executed in the traditional relief printing method, the work presents stark black forms against a white field, emphasizing the contrast inherent in the medium.
Subject & Meaning
The composition consists of irregular, block‑like shapes arranged in a diagonal stack, leaving deliberate voids between them. The jagged edges and uneven surfaces suggest a tension between solidity and absence, inviting viewers to contemplate the interplay of mass and space.
Technique & Style
Chillida employed the woodcut process, carving the design into a wooden block, inking the raised surfaces, and pressing the image onto lightly textured paper. This method yields bold, crisp lines and a tactile quality, reinforcing the work’s emphasis on materiality and surface.
History & Provenance
After its creation, the print entered the Museum of Modern Art’s holdings, where it has been displayed as part of the institution’s representation of twentieth‑century printmaking. Its acquisition reflects MoMA’s interest in works that explore the boundaries between sculpture and graphic art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Eduardo Chillida Juantegui was a Spanish Basque sculptor notable for his abstract works.
