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Untitled, by John Kane, oil, 1929

Untitled

John Kane

1929

oil

canvas

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1929 oil by John Kane, a American Folk Art work, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
John Kane
When & what style?
1929 · American Folk Art
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting shows a shirtless man with a serious look, standing against a dark background. His hands rest in front of him, and he wears green shorts. Above him is a white arch shape, like a doorway, with a textured black wall behind it. The brushstrokes are thick, giving the skin a rough, almost sculpted look. The lighting focuses on his face and chest, leaving the rest of the painting darker. If you like this style, look up chiaroscuro next.

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