Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Joachim Schönfeldt. It dates from 2006 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a lithograph with embossing from a series of four, created by Joachim Schönfeldt in 2006. It is part of the collection at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two brown cows standing side by side, facing forward. Their simple, rounded facial features and small horns are set against a plain white background. A textual element at the bottom references 'authentic works of art', introducing a layer of conceptual depth.
Technique & Style
Schönfeldt employed a combination of flat colors and raised textures through lithography and embossing. This technique gives the cows a solid, three-dimensional appearance, with their rough, layered bodies evoking materials like clay or metal.
History & Provenance
Created in 2006, the work is currently held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art, though its exhibition history and previous ownership are not detailed here.
Context
While specific contextual influences are not immediately apparent, the piece's themes of authenticity (via the included text) and its exploration of texture through mixed media techniques reflect broader contemporary art concerns of the early 2000s.
Artist & collection
Artist
Joachim Schönfeldt (b. 1958) was a South African artist, born in Pretoria.
