Untitled
1940
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1940
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1940 graphite by Jackson Pollock, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This drawing is packed with tiny, quick sketches all over the paper. Some look like animals, others like buildings or faces, all drawn in black pencil. The lines are loose and wobbly, with lots of scribbles and overlapping shapes. A few larger figures stand out, like a bird or a person, but most are small and scattered. The artist used a lot of tiny dots and lines to fill in spaces, almost like a puzzle. It feels busy but also kind of playful, like doodles someone made fast. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching next.
