Untitled
1978
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From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1978
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From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows a person riding a horse high above a wild, tangled forest. The rider wears a bright, patterned outfit with a feathered headdress, and the horse has a saddle covered in swirling designs. Below, two animals—one blue and one orange—run through the trees, which are thick with twisted branches and strange, leafy shapes. The colors pop against the light background, making everything feel bold and alive. The scene looks like it’s floating, with no clear ground under the horse. If you like this style, check out lithography to see how artists print these kinds of bold, layered images.