Untitled
1918
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1918
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1918 ink by Werner Gothein, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This print shows two people in a rough, dark space. Their faces are blurred, and their bodies are twisted together, almost like they’re struggling or hugging hard. The lines are jagged, and the whole image looks like it was scratched or scraped into the surface. The texture is uneven, giving it a raw, almost angry feel. The artist used a printing method that lets the ink sit unevenly, making some areas look thick and others almost wiped away. If you like this style, check out lithography to see how it works.
