Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Helmut A. P. Grieshaber. It dates from 1973 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1973 woodcut by German artist Helmut A. P. Grieshaber, is part of a diverse portfolio of 31 prints that showcase a range of techniques. The piece is characterized by its bold, expressive, and partially abstract depiction of a figure.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a person wearing a hat, rendered through geometric facial shapes and partial body visibility. The composition conveys a sense of modernist abstraction, emphasizing emotional expression over realism.
Technique & Style
Executed in woodcut, the work features vibrant colors (pink, orange, yellow, gray) set against a dark blue background with linear patterns. Grieshaber's signature large-format approach and experimental style are evident in the bold, expressive lines and geometric forms.
History & Provenance
Created in 1973, the piece is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting its recognition within the realm of modern and experimental printmaking.
Artist & collection
Artist
Helmut Andreas Paul Grieshaber or HAP Grieshaber (15 February 1909 – 12 May 1981) was a German artist. His preferred medium were large-format woodcuts.
