Untitled
1969
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1969
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Untitled is a 1969 by David Hammons, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This looks like a shadowy figure with one arm raised, hand open as if reaching out. The shape is blurry, almost like a smudged outline on light paper. Dark streaks mark the hair and clothes, giving it a rough, uneven texture. The whole thing is made from pigment—no clear lines, just smudges and stains. It feels raw, like a quick sketch left unfinished. Check out chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and shadow for drama.
