Untitled
1959
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1959
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows a large, dark figure with bold lines and rough textures. It's a mix of oil and charcoal on canvas, which gives it a rough feel. The artist used simple shapes to create the figure, with loose brushstrokes. The painting is very big, over 6 feet tall, which makes it stand out. The use of charcoal adds a rough, sketchy feel to the painting. To learn more about this style, look at the work of artist: Larry Rivers.