Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by K. H. Hödicke. It dates from 1972 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1972 print by K. H. Hödicke, part of a diverse portfolio combining various techniques. The work features a surreal scene with five named figures on a wavy ground, beneath a chaotic sky, and poses the question "wo ist der Elefant?" (Where is the elephant?) in text at the bottom.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a dreamlike scenario with five simple, tiny figures (Anina, Markus, and three others) on a cloud-like base. The overriding mystery is the query "wo ist der Elefant?", which may imply the elephant's presence within the chaotic sky or serve as a playful, unresolved joke.
Technique & Style
Hödicke employed a mix of printing methods for this work, including screenprinting and linoleum cuts, contributing to its layered, textured appearance. The contrast between the serene, wavy ground and the turbulent, jagged sky adds to the piece's surreal, fantastical quality.
History & Provenance
Created in 1972, Untitled is currently held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
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