The artwork titled “Terribly Wrong,” created by Tracey Emin in 1997, belongs to the Conceptual Art movement and fits within the genre of graffiti. The piece consists of a minimalistic depiction utilizing simple lines and text on a plain background.
In examining the artwork, one notes the phrase “Terribly something wrong,” written in a shaky, almost childlike hand, with parts of the text appearing faint and deliberately irregular. Below the text is a sketchy outline of a female figure, bent over in a posture suggestive of distress or vulnerability, rendered in an unrefined and raw manner. The deliberate crudeness and simplicity of the lines contribute to a sense of immediacy and emotional intensity. The artwork suggests an intimate narrative, revealing deep personal or social commentary through its stark, minimalist style. The use of graffiti elements further emphasizes a sense of raw, unpolished expression, characteristic of Emin’s oeuvre.
