Untitled
1992
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
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Kiki Smith
Kiki Smith is a German-born American artist whose work has addressed the themes of sex, birth and regeneration.
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ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1992 ink by Kiki Smith, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This drawing shows a curled-up figure lying on its side, arms wrapped around its knees. The lines are dark and rough, making the body look tangled and heavy. The head is tucked down, and the whole scene feels quiet and still. The artist used a method called *aquatint* to create soft, shadowy tones in the background. This helps the figure stand out against the lighter paper. Look up etching to see how artists like this carve into metal plates to make prints.
Kiki Smith is a German-born American artist whose work has addressed the themes of sex, birth and regeneration.
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