Untitled

Untitled

Dan McCarthy

1993

oil

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting is a mix of different materials on paper, with carbon paper transfer, watercolor, oil, and pencil marks. The combination of these materials creates a unique texture and visual interest. I'm not sure what the artist was trying to depict, but the layers of material add depth to the work. To learn more about the use of mixed materials in art, you can explore the technique of glazing.

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