Untitled
2001
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
2001
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows a single horse standing sideways, its body made of loose, watery strokes. The colors are soft—pinkish for the mane and tail, grayish-brown for the body—all blending into the pale background. The horse’s legs are faint, almost see-through, and its head tilts slightly to the side. The artist used watercolor, letting the paint spread and fade like ink in water. That loose, sketchy style makes the horse look both real and dreamy at once. If you like this style, look up watercolor glazing to see how artists build up layers of color.