Untitled
1931
gouache
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1931
gouache
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows a close-up of a man’s face in profile, holding a small object in his right hand. His features are bold and dark, with sharp edges and heavy shadows. Behind him, a bright yellow and blue sky with a glowing sun adds a stark contrast to his dark figure. The painting uses a mix of thick, flat colors and rough pencil lines, giving it a raw, sketchy feel. The artist’s handwriting in the corner notes it was made in 1931. If you like this style, look up gouache next to see how it works.
