Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a photographic photography by Marino Marini. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This untitled black-and-white photograph depicts a small bust sculpture. It is part of a collection now held in the Archive of Art and Design.
Subject & Meaning
The bust shows a man with a mustache and closed eyes, turned slightly to the side. The rough surface texture suggests it was carved by hand, possibly from stone or clay.
History & Provenance
The photograph was received as a response to a questionnaire distributed by William Kineton Parkes in the 1920s. It was bequeathed to the Archive of Art and Design by Parkes in 1938.
Technique & Style
The photograph is mounted on green card and features a small label with numbers at the bottom, giving it a documentary quality.
Artist & collection
