Untitled
1964
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1964
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting looks like torn fabric and wax stuck to paper. The shapes are dark and uneven, with some light patches showing through. Thin threads and frayed edges make it look rough and handmade. The artist glued real fabric scraps and wax onto the paper, then cut them into jagged pieces. It’s not a smooth picture—it’s more like a collage of textures. Look up Conrad Marca-Relli to see how he used everyday materials in his work.