Michael Fell, Berthold Wolpe, 1980-1989

Berthold Wolpe

1980–1989
Etching and aquatint
30.5 × 22 cm
Inventory no. MF-E-06
Collection: Michael Fell Estate
© Michael Fell Estate
Photograph © Joe Humphrys
Wolpe is shown seated, turned slightly to one side. The head and upper body are described with an economical use of line, while nearby marks and objects associated with his work cluster close to the figure. The close setting keeps attention on posture and presence rather than environment.

Bibliography

• Adrian Bartlett, “Printmaking”, in The Art of Michael Fell, Unicorn, 2024, p. 60