Untitled
1999
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1999
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Untitled is a 1999 oil by Francis Alÿs, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting looks like a loose sketch of a person sitting on a bench. The figure’s body is drawn in thick black lines, but the face is blurred out. The background is a mix of pale greens, browns, and yellows—almost like smudged watercolors. The paper itself is cut and taped in places, giving it a rough, uneven feel. The artist used oil paint and pencil on transparent paper, which makes the colors look faint in spots. Next, check out Francis Alÿs to see how he plays with simple shapes and materials.
