Untitled

Untitled

Gerhard Richter

1988

oil

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting shows a messy, swirling mix of colors. Thick brushstrokes of greens, blues, and yellows clash together, creating a rough texture. Some areas look like they were scraped or smeared, while others have sharp lines. The colors don’t blend smoothly—they fight each other, making the whole thing feel chaotic. The artist used paint in a way that looks almost like it was slapped on the paper. The thick layers make the surface uneven, which is called *impasto*. This technique makes the painting feel alive, like you could reach in and touch the texture. If you like this style, look up *impasto* next.

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