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Untitled, by Chryssa (Vardea-Mavromichali), graphite, 1973

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Overview

Untitled is a 1973 graphite by Chryssa (Vardea-Mavromichali), held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Chryssa (Vardea-Mavromichali)
When & what style?
1973
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This drawing looks like a maze of tangled lines. Shapes overlap in a messy, looping pattern—some look like letters or symbols, others like squiggles with no clear start or end. The whole thing is in pencil on a light background, giving it a sketchy, unfinished feel. The lines twist around each other, almost like they’re fighting for space. Some areas are packed tight, while others spread out loosely, creating a sense of chaos. If you like this kind of abstract puzzle, check out cross-hatching.

About the artist

Portrait of Chryssa (Vardea-Mavromichali)
Artist

Chryssa (Vardea-Mavromichali)

Chryssa Vardea-Mavromichali (Greek: Χρυσά Βαρδέα-Μαυρομιχάλη; December 31, 1933 – December 23, 2013) was a Greek American artist who worked in a wide variety of media.

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