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Untitled, by George Segal, pastel, 1968

Untitled

George Segal

1968

pastel

paper

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1968 pastel by George Segal, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
George Segal
When & what style?
1968
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting shows a close-up of a person’s upper body and head turned slightly away. The skin is smooth but textured, with soft shadows and light strokes. The background is dark and blurry, making the figure stand out. The artist used pastel on paper, which gives it a slightly rough, chalky look. The focus is on simple shapes and quiet details, like the curve of the neck. Try looking up pastel to see how this medium works.

About the artist

Portrait of George Segal
Artist

George Segal

George Segal Jr. was an American actor and musician. He became popular in the 1960s and 1970s for playing both dramatic and comedic roles. After first rising to prominence with roles in acclaimed films such as Ship of…

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