Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Roser Llop Bru. It dates from 1973 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This untitled print is the work of Roser Llop Bru, a Spanish-born Chilean artist associated with the neo-figurative movement. Created around 1973, it is an etching and aquatint held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a dark, geometric form resembling a fractured ship's hull, containing a miniature cityscape of simple, boxy buildings. The contrast between the detailed interior and the blank white upper section creates a sense of juxtaposition.
Technique & Style
Llop Bru employed a combination of sharp lines and smooth shading to achieve depth in the etching and aquatint. The resulting image is characterized by its quiet, precise style, evoking the qualities of a carefully executed sketch.
Artist & collection
Artist
Roser Bru Llop (15 February 1923 – 26 May 2021) was a Spanish-born Chilean painter and engraver associated with the neo-figurative art movement.
