Untitled

Untitled

Kumi Sugaï

1957

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This print shows a simple but striking shape: two black wings spread wide over a pale, rounded form. The wings have jagged edges, like they’re made of rough fabric or feathers, and the body below is just a smooth, light oval with a small circle for an eye. A red dot sits at the center, where the wings meet. The artist used bold black and soft beige tones, with just a hint of red to add contrast. The lines are loose, almost sketchy, giving it an unfinished feel. If you like this style, look up lithography to see how prints like this are made.

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