Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Horst Antes, ink, 1961
Untitled, by Horst Antes, ink, 1961

Untitled is an ink print by Horst Antes. It dates from 1961 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1961 lithograph by Horst Antes, held at The Museum of Modern Art. It is a black-and-white print featuring a seated figure.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a person sitting with their head bowed and hands clasped, rendered in rough, sketchy lines that give the figure a stiff appearance. The stark contrast between the white figure and dark background emphasizes its form.

Technique & Style

The lithograph's loose, expressive lines evoke a sense of spontaneity, characteristic of the lithography process, which involves drawing directly onto a stone or plate. This technique allows for a direct translation of the artist's gestures into the final print.

Artist & collection

Artist

Horst Antes

Horst Antes (b. 1936) was a German artist, born in Heppenheim.

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