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Untitled, by Edward Kienholz, watercolor, 1974

Untitled

Edward Kienholz

1974

watercolor

paper

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1974 watercolor by Edward Kienholz, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Edward Kienholz
When & what style?
1974
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting shows a pale, almost empty background with faint watercolor streaks. In the center, the words *"To A Man's Certina"* are written in metallic gold paint, slightly faded. The edges are framed by a thin zinc border under glass. The gold letters stand out against the muted colors, making the text the only clear focus. The faint streaks look like they might be water or sky, but it’s hard to tell. Check out watercolor, glazing to see how artists build depth with thin, layered paint.

About the artist

Portrait of Edward Kienholz
Artist

Edward Kienholz

Edward Ralph Kienholz was an American installation artist and assemblage sculptor whose work was highly critical of aspects of modern life.

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