Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Frank Auerbach. It dates from 1981 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Frank Auerbach's 1981 print 'Untitled' is an etching and aquatint work held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a portrait of a man with a mustache, his facial features rendered in loose, expressive dark lines against a light background.
Technique & Style
Auerbach's use of etching and aquatint creates a sense of depth through bold lines and dark shading, imbuing the portrait with a dynamic feel.
Context
Auerbach was associated with the School of London, a group that included artists like Francis Bacon and Lucian Freud.
Artist & collection
Artist
Frank Helmut Auerbach (29 April 1931 – 11 November 2024) was a German-born British painter.
