Untitled
1963
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1963
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
You see a complex pattern of lines and shapes in this drypoint and roulette print. It's interesting because the artist used a combination of techniques to create texture. The use of drypoint and roulette gives the print a unique, handmade feel, which was likely important to the artist. Check out the technique of chiaroscuro to learn more about how artists use contrast to create depth.