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Untitled, by John Lees, watercolor, 1996

Untitled

John Lees

1996

watercolor

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1996 watercolor by John Lees, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
John Lees
When & what style?
1996
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting is a long, horizontal piece that stretches across the canvas. It's done in a mix of charcoal, watercolor, ink, coffee, chalk, conté crayon, herbal tea, and berry stain on paper, which gives it a unique texture and color palette. The artist has used a range of techniques to create a sense of depth and movement in the piece. One interesting detail is the way the artist has used different materials to create different textures and effects. For example, the charcoal gives a rough, scratchy feel, while the watercolor adds a soft, blended quality. The ink and coffee add darker, more defined lines, while the chalk and conté crayon give a lighter, more delicate touch. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of mixed media, you might want to check out the work of John Lees.

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