Untitled
1960
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1960
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This print shows two simple scenes. The top picture is a dark room with a window, a bed, and a small table. The bottom picture is a shelf holding a few plain objects—maybe a box, a vase, and a pitcher. Both images are drawn in soft black lines on a light background. The artist used a scratchy, textured style that makes the shapes look rough. The objects are basic, but the way they’re arranged feels quiet and still. If you like this style, look up lithography to see how it’s made.