Untitled

Untitled

Alfonso Ossorio

1951

watercolor

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting is a wild mix of colors and shapes. Faces peek out from the chaos, some looking sad, others lost in the swirl. The background is packed with scribbles, trees, and what might be birds or hands—it’s hard to tell. Bright greens, browns, and reds clash with black and white streaks, making it feel busy and alive. The artist used watercolor, wax, and ink, layering them to create this messy, textured look. The faces in the middle seem to be the only clear focus, buried under all the other marks. If you like this style, check out The Museum of Modern Art for more abstract works.

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