Untitled
1978
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1978
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1978 ink by A.R. Penck, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This print shows a chaotic mix of black shapes on a white background. The figures look like tangled, abstract people with big heads and twisted limbs. Some shapes resemble buildings or furniture, but it’s hard to tell what’s what. The artist used a simple black-and-white style, almost like a sketch gone wild. The lines are rough and uneven, giving it a raw, handmade feel. Next, check out how this woodcut works—it’s a printmaking technique where the artist carves into wood.
