Untitled
1947
gouache
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1947
gouache
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1947 gouache by Jean Dubuffet, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting shows a dark, twisted figure with a hood pulled low over its face. The lines around the body are jagged and uneven, almost like scribbles. The figure’s hands are clenched, and there are scraps of writing or symbols on its chest—some look like words, others like random marks. The artist used a mix of thick black lines and lighter scratches to create this rough, uneven look. It feels raw, like something drawn quickly or even scratched into the surface. If you like this style, check out gouache next—it’s a paint that’s part watercolor, part acrylic, and lets for bold, messy effects.
