Created in 1976, this drypoint by Pierre-Yves Trémois reflects his precise, disciplined approach to figurative printmaking. The composition is structured as a pairing: a human profile rendered through radiating linear systems set against the compact, sculptural presence of a baboon. The relationship is formal and controlled, emphasizing balance, density, and structure rather than narrative.
Printed in black on Rives paper, the image is defined by tonal depth and fine incision. Linear detail contrasts with the visual weight of the animal form, giving the work a sense of restraint and clarity.
