Untitled
1973
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1973
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1973 ink by François Dufrêne, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This image looks like a faded, layered print with lots of blue and purple tones. The word "Melancholia" is written in big, swirly letters across the top in red and blue. Below it, smaller text reads "Comico Comiglo," also in blue. The background has a mix of blurry shapes and what looks like scribbled or stamped marks, almost like a mix of music notes and random symbols. The paint or ink seems to have worn away in spots, giving it a worn-out, almost ghostly feel. The colors are mostly cool blues and purples, with some faded gray and white areas. If you like this style, check out the technique: lithography.
