Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a photographic photography by Martine Franck. It dates from 1970 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. The black and white photograph by Franck, Martine from 1970 depicts a textile sculpture titled Huaquen by Sheila Hicks, mounted on board.
About this work
Overview
The black and white photograph by Franck, Martine from 1970 depicts a textile sculpture titled Huaquen by Sheila Hicks, mounted on board.
The black and white photograph by Franck, Martine from 1970 depicts a textile sculpture titled Huaquen by Sheila Hicks, mounted on board. Hicks’s work draws from ancient Peruvian textile traditions, transforming threads into bas-relief and sculptural forms that evoke architectural depth and tactile richness. The photograph captures the interplay of shadows and textures in Hicks’s innovative approach, which blends historical techniques with modern materials and global influences.
Artist & collection
Artist
Martine Franck made black-and-white photographs around 1970 that look like quiet snapshots, ordinary moments caught in a single glance.
