Untitled
1959
graphite
paper
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
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Karel Appel
Christiaan Karel Appel (pronounced ; 25 April 1921 – 3 May 2006) was a Dutch painter, sculptor, and poet.
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graphite
paper
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Untitled is a 1959 graphite by Karel Appel, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting is a wild mix of scribbles and bold colors. Two big, messy shapes dominate—one red-orange with tangled lines, the other yellow with jagged edges. The background is a storm of swirling strokes in blue, green, and black, like something’s moving fast. The paper looks rough, almost like the artist drew with force. The artist used crayon and pencil, layering marks until the paper looks worn. The lines don’t settle into anything clear, which makes it feel raw and energetic. If you like this kind of loose, expressive drawing, check out cross-hatching.
Christiaan Karel Appel (pronounced ; 25 April 1921 – 3 May 2006) was a Dutch painter, sculptor, and poet.
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