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Untitled, by Kiki Smith, graphite, 2015

Untitled

Kiki Smith

2015

graphite

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 2015 graphite by Kiki Smith, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Kiki Smith
When & what style?
2015
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

The painting shows a turkey perched on tree branches. The turkey's feathers are intricately detailed, with shades of brown and grey. Its head is blue and red, with a long neck and yellow beak. The branches are dark brown and twisted, filling the background of the image. The turkey is drawn in colored pencil, with etching and aquatint techniques used to create texture and depth. The artist has carefully rendered the bird's feathers, giving the impression of softness and movement. The painting is a beautiful example of Kiki Smith's work. If you're interested in learning more about her techniques, you might want to explore the art of etching.

About the artist

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Artist

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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