Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Norman Ackroyd. It dates from 1970 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1970 print by Norman Ackroyd, held at The Museum of Modern Art. It is an etching and aquatint on paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print features two abstract shapes: a pale rectangle with thin white lines on the left, and a deep black square with faint marks on the right. The composition focuses on texture and form rather than representation.
Technique & Style
Ackroyd employed etching and aquatint techniques to achieve soft edges and uneven ink distribution, creating a dreamy, non-representational effect. The method allowed for subtle texture and tonal variation.
Artist & collection
Artist
Norman Ackroyd (26 March 1938 – 16 September 2024) was an English visual artist known primarily for his etchings and work with aquatint. He lived and was based in Bermondsey, London.
