Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Yusuf Arakkal. It dates from 2000 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a screenprint by Indian artist Yusuf Arakkal, part of a 2000 portfolio of thirty-one mixed media prints, currently in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a contemplative man seated on the ground, clad in loose pants, with hands on knees. Behind him, a dark wall features a small open window with a leafy branch and the inscribed phrase *“Hope is what we live for”*, suggesting themes of introspection and optimism.
Technique & Style
Arakkal employed simple, expressive lines and nuanced shading to achieve depth. The overall effect is characterized by a raw, spontaneous quality, akin to a realized sketch.
History & Provenance
Created in 2000, the work is part of a larger portfolio of mixed media prints. It is currently held in the permanent collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Artist & collection
