Untitled
1998
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1998
watercolor
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Untitled is a 1998 watercolor by Franz Ackermann, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting looks like a dreamy mix of objects. A wobbly tree with a face grows from a red, tangled root system. Nearby, a bright yellow hat floats, and a striped tire sits on the ground. A bench and a few other odd shapes—like a red boot—are scattered around. The colors are flat and bold, with no shading. The artist used watercolor to keep everything simple and slightly childlike. The lines are loose, and some shapes overlap in a way that feels both random and intentional. If you like this style, check out more by Franz Ackermann.
