Black Virtue 1943 — Fine Art

Black Virtue 1943 shows a crowded field of thin lines and dark patches that push across the surface. Roberto Matta built the marks with quick strokes, leaving some parts dense and others open. You can follow the direction of each line as it crosses another and breaks apart.

The print arrives as a fine art print set in a frame with a back panel. The matte paper holds the lighter grey tones without a shine, so the faint lines stay readable. When you use the ready to hang option, it comes assembled.

It works on the wall over a desk in a study. From the doorway you notice the dark patches first, and when you stand at the desk you see the small crossings of line. The marks stay still while you work across the page.