Untitled

Untitled

Josef Albers

1917

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This sketch shows a man’s head and shoulders turned slightly to the side. His hair is messy, and his face looks serious. The lines are loose and quick, like the artist was working fast. The paper has a rough texture, and the shading is soft in places—especially under the chin and around the collar. This style feels more like a study than a finished portrait. Next, check out how this was made using lithography.

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