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Untitled, by Jo Ractliffe, ink, 1988

Untitled

Jo Ractliffe

1988

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1988 ink by Jo Ractliffe, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Jo Ractliffe
When & what style?
1988
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

The painting features a dog in motion, its body blurred as it runs to the right. The dog's fur is predominantly white with black patches, and its ears are perked up. In the background, a pile of tires is visible, with a rocky landscape and a dark sky above. The dog appears to be in a state of excitement or agitation, its movement conveying a sense of energy and dynamism. The tires and rocky landscape add a sense of ruggedness and desolation to the scene. The painting's use of bold lines and muted colors creates a striking contrast, drawing the viewer's eye to the dog's movement. To learn more about the artist's use of lithography, explore Jo Ractliffe's work.

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