Untitled
1949
gold
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1949
gold
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting looks like torn scraps of fabric and paper glued onto a light background. Dark shapes—some fuzzy, others smooth—are scattered unevenly, with a few patches of gold leaf catching the light. The edges are uneven, like someone ripped and rearranged the pieces by hand. The gold leaf adds a surprising shine, making a few spots stand out. The artist used real materials—cloth and paper—rather than just paint. Check out Anne Ryan to see more of her work with found objects.
