Untitled
1909
charcoal
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1909
charcoal
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting features a landscape with a large, dark shape in the center, possibly a mountain or hill. The artist has used charcoal to create the image, with visible strokes and shading that give the piece texture and depth. In the foreground, there are some lighter shapes that could be rocks or trees. The overall effect is one of drama and contrast, with the dark center drawing the viewer's eye. To learn more about the techniques used in this painting, explore the art of cross-hatching, a method of creating shading and texture with closely spaced parallel lines.