Untitled

Untitled

John Paul Jones

1963

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This black-and-white print shows a single figure standing inside what looks like a rough, textured cave or tunnel. The person’s body is turned slightly away, and their arms are crossed over their chest. The background is made of bold, swirling brushstrokes or marks that almost feel like movement, while the figure stays still and solid. The painting uses a printmaking method where the artist drew directly onto a stone or metal plate. The rough edges and uneven lines make it feel raw and unfinished. Check out lithography to see how this technique works.

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