Untitled
1978
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From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1978
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From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This sketch looks like tangled lines and shapes—almost like a storm of marks. The dark, jagged strokes twist around lighter patches, making it hard to tell what’s really there. It feels rough and raw, with no smooth edges or clear forms. The artist used a method called *drypoint*, where they scratch directly into a metal plate to create the image. This piece is one of ten in a set, all made the same way. Try looking up *A.R. Penck* next to see more of his work.