Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Gego. It dates from 1964 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a drypoint print created by Gego in 1964. It features a series of thin panels with precise black lines on a faint grid background.
Subject & Meaning
The print showcases Gego's exploration of linear abstraction, characterized by simple yet precise lines resembling arrows, steps, or brackets. The work is part of her broader investigation into geometric and kinetic forms.
Technique & Style
Gego employed the drypoint technique, scratching lines into a metal plate to produce delicate, slightly fuzzy marks. The resulting print has an uneven edge, evoking a torn notebook page.
Artist & collection
Artist
Gertrud Louise Goldschmidt (1 August 1912 – 17 September 1994), known as Gego, was a modern German-Venezuelan visual artist.
