Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Ikeda Masuo. It dates from 1961 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1961 print by Ikeda Masuo, created using a combination of drypoint, roulette, and etching techniques. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a distorted, abstract figure rendered in bold, expressive lines. The dominant colors are black, white, and red, with a blue accent on the left. The twisted form conveys a sense of dynamic movement or tension.
Technique & Style
Ikeda employed sharp tools to scratch the metal plate, resulting in rough, uneven lines that contribute to the work's abstract, non-representational quality. The techniques used allow for varied textures and emphasize the expressive potential of line and form.
Artist & collection
Artist
Masuo Ikeda (池田 満寿夫, Ikeda Masuo; February 23, 1934 – March 8, 1997) was a Japanese painter, printmaker, illustrator, sculptor, ceramist, novelist, and film director from Nagano Prefecture.
