Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Janez Bernik. It dates from 1968 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1968 print by Janez Bernik, a Slovenian artist, created using etching and aquatint techniques. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a 'Haig Gold Label' whisky bottle label within a black rectangle, with the word 'TEL' cut out above it in bold letters. A blue shape envelops the label, resembling a hand grasping it, introducing a sense of tension and playfulness.
Technique & Style
Bernik employed etching and aquatint to achieve sharp contrasts between black, white, and blue hues. The resulting image features bold, uneven lettering and a rough, irregular blue shape, contributing to its distinctive visual character.
Artist & collection
Artist
Janez Bernik (6 September 1933 – 15 July 2016) was a multiple-time awarded and internationally acclaimed Slovenian painter and academic.
