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Untitled, by Pierre Alechinsky, ink, 1969

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Overview

Untitled is a 1969 ink by Pierre Alechinsky, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Pierre Alechinsky
When & what style?
1969
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This print is a wild mix of colors and shapes. In the center, a bright orange rectangle holds two smooth, teardrop shapes in white and blue-green. Around it, the background buzzes with green scribbles, swirls, and tiny figures—some look like faces, others like plants or animals. The artist used a printing method that lets colors pop sharply against the lines. The whole thing feels like a dream you can’t quite place. If you like this style, check out lithography to see how it works.

About the artist

Portrait of Pierre Alechinsky
Artist

Pierre Alechinsky

Pierre Alechinsky (French pronunciation: ; born 19 October 1927) is a Belgian artist. He has lived and worked in France since 1951. His work is related to tachisme, abstract expressionism, and lyrical abstraction.

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