A contemplative modernist assemblage by Hungarian artist Endre Bálint, featuring a dark wood-grained surface, a silhouette vessel, and a gilded geometric accent.

Endre Bálint was a central figure in the Hungarian avant-garde, known for his ability to synthesise surrealist imagery with the material qualities of his environment. De profundis demonstrates his characteristic approach to assemblage, where the physical texture of the support becomes as meaningful as the painted elements. The work features a dark, wood-grained background that suggests a sense of depth or shadow, against which a stark, silhouette-like form of a vessel is positioned. Below this, a decorative, carved wooden element introduces a tactile, architectural quality to the composition. The inclusion of a triangular, gilded fragment provides a sharp contrast to the surrounding sombre tones, drawing the eye toward the centre of the piece. Bálint often utilised found objects and salvaged materials, integrating them into his compositions to evoke memory and historical resonance. This piece reflects his interest in the interplay between the organic grain of wood and the geometric precision of his chosen forms. The title, Latin for 'from the depths', suggests a contemplative or melancholic mood, consistent with the artist's exploration of existential themes throughout his career. By combining traditional craft elements with a modernist sensibility, Bálint creates a visual language that feels both archaic and contemporary. The composition is balanced yet enigmatic, inviting the viewer to consider the relationship between the discarded object and the refined artistic gesture. This print captures the subtle variations in the wood grain and the metallic sheen of the gilded section, preserving the material integrity of the original assemblage. It is a quiet, meditative work that rewards close inspection of its layered surfaces and muted, atmospheric colour palette.