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Untitled, by Jannis Kounellis, watercolor, 1978

Untitled

Jannis Kounellis

1978

watercolor

paper

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1978 watercolor by Jannis Kounellis, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Jannis Kounellis
When & what style?
1978
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This artwork features a mix of media, including pencil, ink, and watercolor on paper. The composition is divided into two main sections: a large gray scribble on the right and a colorful brush stroke on the left. The gray area has a few loose lines and marks scattered around it, while the colorful section is more contained. The brush stroke is made up of various colors, including pink, purple, orange, and yellow. It's a loose, expressive mark that adds a sense of energy to the piece. The overall effect is one of contrast between the cool, gray tones and the warm, vibrant colors. If you're interested in exploring more artworks that use a similar mix of media, you might want to check out the work of Jannis Kounellis, the artist behind this piece.

About the artist

Portrait of Jannis Kounellis
Artist

Jannis Kounellis

Jannis Kounellis (Greek: Γιάννης Κουνέλλης; 23 March 1936 – 16 February 2017) was a Greek Italian artist based in Rome. A key figure associated with Arte Povera, he studied at the Accademia di Belle Arti in Rome.

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