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Untitled, by André Thomkins, 1965

Untitled

André Thomkins

1965

paper

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1965 by André Thomkins, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
André Thomkins
When & what style?
1965
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting is a wild mix of colors—mostly red, blue, and white—smeared in thick, uneven strokes. The paint looks almost wet, with streaks and drips that don’t form anything you’d recognize. Some areas are smooth, while others are rough and layered, like someone slapped the paint on fast. The texture is the weirdest part—it’s not just brushstrokes, but something closer to melted wax or glossy enamel. The colors clash but also blend in spots, making it hard to look away. If you like messy, bold abstract work, check out The Museum of Modern Art for more like this.

About the artist

Portrait of André Thomkins
Artist

André Thomkins

André Thomkins (Lucerne, 11 August 1930 - Berlin, 8 November 1985) was a Swiss painter, illustrator, and poet.

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