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Untitled, by Lisa Yuskavage, 2017

Untitled

Lisa Yuskavage

2017

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

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Overview

Untitled is a 2017 by Lisa Yuskavage, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Lisa Yuskavage
When & what style?
2017
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting depicts a person sitting at a table, with their left arm resting on the table and their right hand holding a wine glass. The individual has dark, shaggy hair and is wearing a necklace. They are seated in a chair, facing left, with their torso exposed. The table is adorned with a bowl of fruit, and a lit candle is placed on the left side of the table. In the background, there is a shelf with a plant and another wine glass. The painting's color palette is predominantly dark, with shades of black, gray, and brown. The overall atmosphere of the painting is moody and introspective, with the use of chiaroscuro creating deep shadows and highlights. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, you can explore the work of Lisa Yuskavage.

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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