Untitled

Untitled

Louisa Chase

1981

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This print shows swirling black shapes on a light background. Curved lines and dots form clouds, spirals, and what might be birds or waves. The texture looks rough, like it was carved and stamped. The artist used a tool to cut into wood, leaving raised lines that hold ink. This makes the print look grainy and bold. Check out the technique: woodcut to see how this works.

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