Untitled
2002
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
2002
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting looks like a soft, glowing cloud of yellow. The color is bright but not sharp—it blends into a fuzzy, warm shape. There’s a lighter spot in the middle, like a tiny sun hiding behind the haze. The whole thing is made from saffron, a spice that costs a lot and turns food yellow. That’s why the color feels special. Check out Ernesto Neto to see how he uses materials like this in his work.