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Untitled, by Elizabeth Peyton, graphite, 1996

Untitled

Elizabeth Peyton

1996

graphite

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1996 graphite by Elizabeth Peyton, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Elizabeth Peyton
When & what style?
1996
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting features a woman with short, dark hair and bangs, gazing to the left. Her face is rendered in shades of brown and white, with a subtle expression. She wears a dark-colored top with a patterned design. The background of the painting is a deep, rich brown, which provides a striking contrast to the subject's features. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, as if the woman is lost in thought. The artist's use of ink wash and pencil on paper creates a sense of intimacy and delicacy, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject's face. For more works by Elizabeth Peyton, explore her portfolio at the Museum of Modern Art.

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