Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by León Ferrari, ink, 1962
Untitled, by León Ferrari, ink, 1962

Untitled is an ink drawing by León Ferrari. It dates from 1962 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1962 drawing by León Ferrari, created with ink on paper. The work is characteristic of Ferrari's practice, which often engages with social and political issues.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features a dense network of intersecting lines, varying in thickness, accompanied by small dots and shapes. This complex composition conveys a sense of dynamic movement and tension, potentially reflecting Ferrari's critique of societal and political structures.

Technique & Style

Ferrari's use of ink on paper allows for expressive linework and texture. The light beige paper, with its slightly rough surface, provides a subtle backdrop for the intricate black ink drawing, which fills most of the page.

Artist & collection

Portrait of León Ferrari

Artist

León Ferrari

León Ferrari (September 3, 1920 – July 25, 2013) was an Argentine contemporary conceptual artist.

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