Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Jean Fautrier. It dates from 1946 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Jean Fautrier's 'Untitled' is a print created around 1946, combining etching and relief printing techniques. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two indistinct faces in close proximity, set against a dark background. The faces lack clear features, evoking a sense of faded memory or obscured identity.
Technique & Style
Fautrier employed scratchy, uneven lines and textured dots to create a fuzzy, abstracted effect. The contrast between the dark print and the light surrounding paper accentuates the image.
Context
This work reflects Fautrier's experimentation with abstraction and texture, characteristic of his involvement in Tachisme, a movement emphasizing spontaneous, expressive brushwork.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean Fautrier (French pronunciation: ; May 16, 1898 – July 21, 1964) was a French painter, illustrator, printmaker, and sculptor. He was one of the most important practitioners of Tachisme.
