Untitled
1986
charcoal
paper
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1986
charcoal
paper
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1986 charcoal by John Walker, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting shows a figure wrapped in heavy layers of fabric, mostly in reds and whites, with a helmet covering their head. The background looks rough and textured, almost like brushed-on charcoal. The brushstrokes are bold and uneven, giving the whole piece a raw, unfinished feel. The artist used thick paint and chalk to create sharp contrasts between light and dark areas. The figure’s face is hidden, making it feel more like a study of shapes and colors than a portrait. If you like this style, look up scumbling next—it’s a technique that creates similar textured effects.
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