Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Jiþi Anderle. It dates from 1979 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1979 print by Jiří Anderle, a Czech artist known for his work in graphic art and printmaking. The print is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a dimly lit room with a bare tree and a tangled mass of lines and shapes. A blurred face floats in the top right corner, giving the impression of being an afterthought. The scene feels unfinished, like a sketch.
Technique & Style
Anderle used a combination of drypoint, mezzotint, engraving, and brushed copper plate techniques to create the print's textured, layered effect. The varying densities of ink and scratched metal produce a range of tonal values, from dark and dense to faint.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jiří Anderle (born 14 September 1936) is a Czech painter and graphic artist. He is of assimilated German ethnic ancestry from paternal side.
