Untitled
1966
paint
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1966
paint
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This piece is packed with tiny faces and figures stitched into a wild, colorful background. The faces—some serious, some dreamy—float in a sea of glitter, bright threads, and clashing patterns. There’s no clear story, just a buzz of activity like a busy marketplace or a crowded dream. The artist used real fabric scraps, paper, and even glitter to build this. It’s like a collage that someone then sewed together, layer by layer. Next, check out Joe Brainard to see how he turned everyday scraps into art.
