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Untitled, by Lisa Yuskavage, ink, 2006

Untitled

Lisa Yuskavage

2006

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 2006 ink by Lisa Yuskavage, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Lisa Yuskavage
When & what style?
2006
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This sketch shows a woman’s back and side, her hair wild and tangled like vines. She’s holding a big bouquet of flowers—some look real, others twist into strange, almost face-like shapes. The lines are loose and messy, like someone scribbled fast but didn’t care about perfection. The flowers aren’t just decoration; some have human-like features, mixing beauty with something eerie. The whole thing feels raw and unfinished, almost like a dream. If you like this style, check out lithography to see how artists use it to create loose, sketchy prints.

About the artist

Artist

Lisa Yuskavage

Lisa Yuskavage ( yə-SKAV-ij; born 1962) is an American artist who lives and works in New York City. She is known for her figure paintings that challenge conventional understandings of the genre.

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