In this 1981 work, Henry Heerup uses bold, graphic outlines and a vibrant palette to explore a more pointed subject. While the title was previously recorded as "Uncle Tunger," a closer translation of the Danish "Onde Tunger" reveals its true meaning: "Evil Tongues."

Once the translation is clear, the imagery takes on a sharp, satirical edge. The swirling, exaggerated forms and protruding "tongues" represent the chaos of gossip and the weight of words. Even with this heavier theme, Heerup’s transforms a social critique into a colorful, almost mythological scene. It's an invitation to the viewer to look at the complexities of human nature with both a serious eye and a touch of whimsy.