Untitled

Untitled

James Ensor

1896

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This print shows a chaotic crowd of skull-faced figures packed below a balcony. A lone figure in black stands on the balcony, holding a long black rod that points toward a floating, skeletal angel above. The sky is swirling with clouds and more ghostly shapes, while buildings and windows frame the scene. The skulls in the crowd all look the same, making them feel like a faceless mob. The artist used sharp lines to create a sense of movement and unease. Look up etching to see how artists like this one make prints with needles and acid.

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