Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Koshiro Onchi. It dates from 1933 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This untitled woodcut print, created around 1933 by Kōshirō Onchi, is a representative work of the sōsaku-hanga movement. It features a dark shape with a white line, surrounded by bold, flat patches of color.
Subject & Meaning
The composition consists of a dark, amorphous form containing a white line, juxtaposed with bright, geometric shapes and abstract forms in blue, red, and brown. The arrangement appears spontaneous, with the white line being the most deliberate element.
Technique & Style
The work was produced using a woodcut technique, where the artist carved a design into wood and then applied ink to create the print. This method allows for bold, graphic forms and a textured quality.
History & Provenance
Kōshirō Onchi, a Tokyo-born artist, was instrumental in modernizing Japanese print art in the early 20th century. This print is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Kōshirō Onchi (恩地 孝四郎, 2 July 1891 – 3 June 1955), who is also known as Onchi Kōshirō was Tokyo-born Japanese artist who is best known for his prints.
