Sin título 4 by León Ferrari is a lithograph created in 2008, part of a limited edition of 50 prints. This work showcases Ferrari's signature abstract, linear style, composed of intersecting lines and geometric patterns. The composition plays with visual tension, balancing dense clusters of lines with open spaces. The black lines vary in thickness and direction, forming triangular shapes and layered grids that evoke a sense of architectural or structural abstraction. Ferrari’s minimalist approach invites the viewer to interpret the spatial relationships and rhythm within the piece, emphasizing his exploration of line, form, and negative space.
León Ferrari (Argentina, 1920–2013) was a pioneering conceptual artist whose provocative works challenged authority, religion, and politics. Using diverse media such as sculpture, collage, and text, he created powerful critiques of oppression and violence, leaving a lasting impact on Latin American art.
LithographLithography is a printing method based on the principle that water and oil do not mix. It can be used to print artwork or text onto paper or other suitable materials. Traditionally, an image was drawn with wax, fat, or oil onto a lithographic limestone surface or plate. Today, metal plates and other surfaces are also used in lithographic printing.
Size
Inches
Centimeters
56 X 38 cm
Edition
Edition of 50
Price
USD
EUR
GBP
CHF
1,000EUR
?
+ VAT/import Duties (if applicable)
Authenticity Guaranteed
Insured Shipping
Online Since 2005
Share
●Inventory 6514
●Signed
●Comes with gallery invoice and certificate
●Any questions?
Sin título 4 by León Ferrari is a lithograph created in 2008, part of a limited edition of 50 prints. This work showcases Ferrari's signature abstract, linear style, composed of intersecting lines and geometric patterns. The composition plays with visual tension, balancing dense clusters of lines with open spaces. The black lines vary in thickness and direction, forming triangular shapes and layered grids that evoke a sense of architectural or structural abstraction. Ferrari’s minimalist approach invites the viewer to interpret the spatial relationships and rhythm within the piece, emphasizing his exploration of line, form, and negative space.
León Ferrari (Argentina, 1920–2013) was a pioneering conceptual artist whose provocative works challenged authority, religion, and politics. Using diverse media such as sculpture, collage, and text, he created powerful critiques of oppression and violence, leaving a lasting impact on Latin American art.
Art is not beauty or novelty, art is effectiveness and disruption.
- León Ferrari
León Ferrari (b. 1920 Argentina, d. 2013 Argentina) was an influential Argentine artist known for his powerful and often controversial works that blend sculpture, painting, and installation with political and social commentary. Ferrari's art frequently addressed themes of power, religion, and oppression, making strong statements against authoritarianism, war, and the abuses of the Catholic Church. His most famous work, La civilización occidental y cristiana (1965), depicts a crucified Christ on a U.S. fighter jet, symbolizing the complicity between religion and military power. Ferrari’s use of found objects, collage, and text created a distinctive visual language that challenged viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about society. His work has had a lasting impact on Latin American art and remains a crucial reference for discussions on art and activism.(Artist website)
Activist Art is a form of art created to address social and political issues. It often involves public engagement and works closely with communities to raise awareness or inspire change. While it can include elements of performance art, it is not limited to this form. Examples include creating and distributing social protest posters or organizing community-based art projects that highlight specific causes.