Tegning 1972

Here is an untitled drawing by the Norwegian artist Jan Groth, rendered in black and white. The artwork is defined by a stark contrast; the black lines are set against a vast, empty white background. Groth’s deliberate use of line and space creates a sense of isolation, almost existential. The lines, varying in weight and intensity, carve out forms that seem both abstract and suggestive. The composition, spare and open, prompts us to consider the relationship between what is present and what is absent. The drawing becomes less about representation and more about the essential elements of form and line, and their capacity to evoke meaning. This drawing asks us to look beyond the surface, to consider the formal properties of the artwork as carriers of meaning. The simplicity allows for an ongoing interpretation, positioning it within broader questions about perception, presence, and the essence of mark-making.